The Legacy Loop 5K at Chocolate City Criterium
- Date Sun 17th August 2025
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location Washington, District of Columbia
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of speed and competition at The Legacy Loop 5K, taking place on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at the iconic RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C. This electrifying event is part of the Chocolate City Criterium and invites all run clubs in the district to showcase their skills in a no-holds-barred race. Runners will have the chance to tackle four thrilling laps around the fast-paced course, with elite racers competing in the Premier Wave and others in the Crew Challenge.
With bragging rights on the line, participants will be racing not only for personal glory but also for the coveted Legacy Loop Championship Belt—a stunning, gold-plated trophy adorned with cherry blossoms. This is your opportunity to prove your speed and claim your place in running history! Join us at 5 pm on race day to be part of the excitement and see if your run club has what it takes to take home the belt and defend its title in 2026!
With bragging rights on the line, participants will be racing not only for personal glory but also for the coveted Legacy Loop Championship Belt—a stunning, gold-plated trophy adorned with cherry blossoms. This is your opportunity to prove your speed and claim your place in running history! Join us at 5 pm on race day to be part of the excitement and see if your run club has what it takes to take home the belt and defend its title in 2026!
Organiser's Description
THE LEGACY LOOP 5K PRESENTED BY REI COOP
AT CHOCOLATE CITY CRITERIUM
DCS FASTEST. ONE BELT. ETERNAL BRAGGING RIGHTS.
THINK YOU'VE GOT THE SPEED TO CLAIM THE CROWN?
WERE CALLING OUT EVERY RUN CLUB IN THE DISTRICT this is your shot to prove it.
Introducing the Legacy Loop 5K Invitational a no-holds-barred footrace where the stakes are high and the finish line earns you LEGACY STATUS.
RACE FORMAT
PREMIERE WAVE: Sub-18 min elite heat
high voltage CREW CHALLENGE: 18-45 min heat
LOCATION: The Fields at RFK Stadium
DATE: August 17, 2025 @ 5 pm
COURSE: 4 laps around the Chocolate City Crit course [https://www.strava.com/segments/36989463]
WHAT'S ON THE LINE?
THE LEGACY LOOP CHAMPIONSHIP BELT
A gold-plated, cherry blossomlaced, wrestling-style belt that'll be awarded to the fastest run club.
RUN CLUBS SEND YOUR BEST.
Well be tracking individual times and club performance. The fastest club gets the glory, the belt, the clout, and THE RESPONSIBILITY TO DEFEND IT IN 2026.
AT CHOCOLATE CITY CRITERIUM
DCS FASTEST. ONE BELT. ETERNAL BRAGGING RIGHTS.
THINK YOU'VE GOT THE SPEED TO CLAIM THE CROWN?
WERE CALLING OUT EVERY RUN CLUB IN THE DISTRICT this is your shot to prove it.
Introducing the Legacy Loop 5K Invitational a no-holds-barred footrace where the stakes are high and the finish line earns you LEGACY STATUS.
RACE FORMAT
PREMIERE WAVE: Sub-18 min elite heat
high voltage CREW CHALLENGE: 18-45 min heat
LOCATION: The Fields at RFK Stadium
DATE: August 17, 2025 @ 5 pm
COURSE: 4 laps around the Chocolate City Crit course [https://www.strava.com/segments/36989463]
WHAT'S ON THE LINE?
THE LEGACY LOOP CHAMPIONSHIP BELT
A gold-plated, cherry blossomlaced, wrestling-style belt that'll be awarded to the fastest run club.
RUN CLUBS SEND YOUR BEST.
Well be tracking individual times and club performance. The fastest club gets the glory, the belt, the clout, and THE RESPONSIBILITY TO DEFEND IT IN 2026.
Races
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The Legacy Loop 5K (Premiere Wave - Under 18 Minutes)
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sun 17th August 2025 (5:00PM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSEDSET ON A FAST-PACED CRITERIUM-STYLE COURSE IN THE HEART OF WASHINGTON, DC, THE LEGACY LOOP 5K IS MORE THAN JUST A RACE IT'S A CELEBRATION OF THE BLACK LEADERS, ATHLETES, AND CHANGEMAKERS WHO SHAPED THE CULTURE AND HISTORY OF THE DISTRICT. HONORING THE PAST. RACING TOWARD THE FUTURE. LEARN MORE AT www.chocolatecitycriterium.com -
The Legacy Loop 5K (Challenge Wave - 18-45 Minutes)
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sun 17th August 2025 (5:00PM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSEDSET ON A FAST-PACED CRITERIUM-STYLE COURSE IN THE HEART OF WASHINGTON, DC, THE LEGACY LOOP 5K IS MORE THAN JUST A RACE IT'S A CELEBRATION OF THE BLACK LEADERS, ATHLETES, AND CHANGEMAKERS WHO SHAPED THE CULTURE AND HISTORY OF THE DISTRICT. HONORING THE PAST. RACING TOWARD THE FUTURE. LEARN MORE AT www.chocolatecitycriterium.com
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