The Legacy Loop 5K at Chocolate City Criterium
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 5:20PM EDT
- Location Washington, District of Columbia
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at The Legacy Loop 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the RFK Campus in Washington, District of Columbia! This high-energy race is part of the renowned Chocolate City Criterium, where runners will have the chance to compete on a unique 4-lap course designed for speed and excitement. Whether you're an elite athlete aiming for the DC Run Club Championship with a sub-20 minute pace or a community runner enjoying the race at a more leisurely pace of 20-45 minutes, there's a place for everyone in this unforgettable event.
Join us at 5 PM for an electrifying atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competition. The Legacy Loop 5K promises thrilling moments as local run clubs battle for the prestigious Legacy Loop Championship Belt, a coveted title that guarantees eternal bragging rights! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant running community in the heart of Chocolate City. Lace up your shoes and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime!
Join us at 5 PM for an electrifying atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competition. The Legacy Loop 5K promises thrilling moments as local run clubs battle for the prestigious Legacy Loop Championship Belt, a coveted title that guarantees eternal bragging rights! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant running community in the heart of Chocolate City. Lace up your shoes and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
THE LEGACY LOOP 5K PRESENTED BY REI COOP
AT CHOCOLATE CITY CRITERIUM
DCS 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 DCs signature summer sports events. Whether youre lining up for the DC RUN CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP or the COMMUNITY 5K, expect a fun, fast, and unforgettable atmosphere.
RACE FORMAT
RUN CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: Full gas elite wave for sub-20 minute paces
high voltage COMMUNITY 5K: A wave for everyone with 20-45 minute paces
WASHINGTON, DC: In the heart of Chocolate City at The Fields at RFK Stadium [https://share.google/mb904Ke3JcJ8039cm]
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.
WHATS 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.
AT CHOCOLATE CITY CRITERIUM
DCS 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 DCs signature summer sports events. Whether youre lining up for the DC RUN CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP or the COMMUNITY 5K, expect a fun, fast, and unforgettable atmosphere.
RACE FORMAT
RUN CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: Full gas elite wave for sub-20 minute paces
high voltage COMMUNITY 5K: A wave for everyone with 20-45 minute paces
WASHINGTON, DC: In the heart of Chocolate City at The Fields at RFK Stadium [https://share.google/mb904Ke3JcJ8039cm]
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.
WHATS 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.
Races
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The Legacy Loop 5K Sub-20 Minute Wave
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 15th August 2026 (5:20PM EDT)
$32.80
Runners targeting sub-20 minute 5K pace and clubs looking to compete for the DC Run Club Championship. Please note there is a hard cut-off at 20 minutes and runners will be swept off the course. -
The Legacy Loop 5K 20-45 Minute Wave
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 15th August 2026 (5:45PM EDT)
$32.80
Runners targeting 20-45 minute 5K pace who want to be part of the event in a competitive but welcoming environment. Please note there is a hard cut-off at 45 minutes and runners will be swept off the course.
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