THE LEGACY LOOP 5k Presented by REI Coop

AT CHOCOLATE CITY CRITERIUM

DC’s Fastest. One Belt. Eternal Bragging Rights.

A fast, high-energy 5K on the Chocolate City Criterium race course

Join us on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at RFK Campus for the Legacy Loop 5K — a unique race inside one of DC’s signature summer sports events. Whether you’re lining up for the DC Run Club Championship or the Community 5K, expect a fun, fast, and unforgettable atmosphere.
 

RACE FORMAT

🏁 Elite Wave: Full gas elite wave for sub-20 minute paces
⚡ Community Wave: A wave for everyone with 20-45 minute paces
🏆 Run Club Championship: The ultimate showdown for District crews
📍 Washington, DC: In the heart of Chocolate City at The Fields at RFK Stadium
📅 Date & Time: August 15, 2026 @ 5 pm as part of Chocolate City Criterium
👟 Unique Course: 4 laps around the Chocolate City Crit course

DC Run Club Championship

The DC Run Club Championship gives local run clubs a chance to line up, race hard, and compete for bragging rights at Chocolate City Criterium.

What’s on the line?

The Legacy Loop Championship Belt: A wrestling-style title belt awarded to the fastest run club.

Run Clubs

Send your best. Race for the title. Earn the bragging rights.