Join us on June 29, 2024, for the 11th Annual HBCUs Run the District 5K Run/Walk and Community Day brought to you by the Washington DC Metro HBCU Alumni Alliance, Inc. We are excited to host this event in conjunction with HBCU CONNECT's 25th Anniversary Celebration.
Washington, DC, serves as the backdrop to this EPIC event. But no worries, if you cannot join us in person, virtual options are available!
Our in-person event will take place at Nationals Park, home of the Washington Nationals! Nationals Park is accessible by metro with free parking available at the stadium.
If you chose the virtual option, the 5K run/walk can be held from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on a road, a trail, a treadmill at the gym, or on a track. You can run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself.
Race Details - Please Read Before Completing Your Registration
In-person registrations include a commemorative medal, shirt, and a race bib. Timed bibs will be given to adult only. Children will receive untimed bibs. Due to the limited availability of shirts, we are now mailing shirts to in person participants who register on or after May 22, 2024. You will still receive a number bib at the race.
Participants
Child Registration: must be 12 or younger by the day of the event
Adult Registration: 13 or older by the day of the event
- IN-PERSON PARTICIPANTS: Race swag will be provided during packet pick-up.
- VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS: Race swag will be mailed prior to the race (MUST REGISTER NO LATER THAN April 30th.) Virtual registration cannot be converted to in-person!
As of May 22, 2024 - If you register after May 22, your swag items will be mailed 30-45 days after the race. Shipping charges will apply.
All Race Registrations are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE
Packet Pick-up
Additional details coming soon!
Packet Pickup will be held on Friday, June 28th, from 10AM to 5 PM at Nationals Park, 1500 South Capitol St, SE, Washington, DC 20003.
An evening Packet Pickup will be held on Friday, June 28th from 6 to 9 PM at the Cambria Navy Yard Riverfront Hotel, 69 Q Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024
Due to the number of people attending the event, it is strongly encouraged that you pick up your packet on Friday.
You may also have someone pick up your race swag for you. If you are picking up a registration packet for another person, you will be required to provide the name and confirmation number at packet pick-up.
DO NOT bend or fold the race bib to ensure timing accuracy.
Virtual registrants will have their race packets mailed to them.
Virtual Participants
Prior to Race Day, virtual participants who registered by April 30, will receive a commemorative medal and shirt via U.S. Postal Service. Participants who registered after April 30, may not receive their race packet by June 29, 2024. Virtual participants have full access to our program on Race Day by streaming the DC Metro HBCU Alumni Alliance Instagram account or DC Metro HBCU Alumni Alliance Facebook account.
Virtual participants can choose the day, time, location, and type of activity to achieve a 5K. Once the 5K is completed, virtual participants can record results by signing into their Race Roster account.
Virtual Participant Tips:
- Choose Your Destination
- Drink Water
- Post Pictures: #HBCUsRunTheDistrict
- Pre-Race Activities Begin @ 6:30 am
- Race Starts @ 7:00 am
- Stream the Finish Party @ 9:00 am (approx.)
- Record your results on Race Roster
- Set your own pace!
The last day to participate in the HBCU 5K Run/Walk VIRTUALLY is Sunday, July 6, 2024.
Disclaimer
While participating in events held or sponsored by the Washington DC Metro HBCU Alumni Alliance, Inc., (DCHBCUAA), consistent with CDC guidelines, participants are encouraged to practice hand hygiene, “social distancing”, and wear face coverings to reduce the risks of exposure to COVID-19. Because COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is spread mainly from person-to-person contact, DCHBCUAA has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. However, DCHBCUAA cannot guarantee that its participants, volunteers, partners, or others in attendance will not become infected with COVID-19.
By participating in this event, I acknowledge and understand the following:
- Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist;
- I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID- 19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and
- I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm, and loss associated with the activity, including any injury, harm, and loss caused by negligence, fault, or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties.
Alumni Row and Vendors Opportunities
- ALUMNI ROW – This is the place for HBCU alumni, family, friends, and supporters to socialize and become reacquainted. HBCU Alumni chapters will have tables set up to provide information about each of the respective colleges and universities they represent; this is also an opportunity to meet other HBCU alumni in the Washington, DC Area. DCHBCUAA member chapters may reserve a table or marketing space in alumni row. Click the link here to reserve a table. Email vendors@dchbcu.org if you have any additional questions.
- VENDORS - Vendors will be available and open for business to all attendees. Approved vendors will be notified by email after their application has been approved. Click the link here to learn more and submit the vendor application. Email vendors@dchbcu.org if you have any additional questions.
HBCU Mixer
*******Pre-Race Reception*******
June 28, 2024
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Location To be Announced
Race Weather Policy
This indoor/outdoor event is rain or shine. Please visit this site for updates. Thank you for your support.
Safety of our participants is our top priority. In the event of adverse weather conditions, the Race Directors, in communication with local authorities may delay the event or cancel the Run/Walk.
The event may be delayed or canceled due to a Tornado Warning, Tornado Watch, Thunderstorm, Heavy Rain, or any extreme weather condition. Light to moderate rain is not considered an Adverse Weather Condition.
If the event is cancelled more than 12 hours before race start time, we will notify participants via the race website, email, and social media. Participants will be notified via email where they can pick up their race packets if they have not already done so.
Registration fees
ADULT - IN-PERSON 5K Closed
Online registration closed-
LOCATION: NATIONALS PARK, WASHINGTON,DC | AGES: 13 AND OLDER | REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE **Shipping Fees now apply**
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$40.00
Early Bird Pricing
Feb 13 – Feb 29 -
$45.00Mar 1 – Mar 31
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$50.00Apr 1 – Apr 30
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$55.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
May 1 – May 31 -
**Shipping fees apply.**
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CHILD - IN-PERSON 5K Closed
Online registration closed-
LOCATION: NATIONALS PARK, WASHINGTON, DC | AGES: 3 - 12 YEARS OLD | REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE **Shipping Fees now apply**
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$25.00
Early Bird Pricing
Feb 13 – Feb 29 -
$30.00Mar 1 – Mar 31
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$30.00Apr 1 – Apr 30
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$30.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
May 1 – May 31 -
**Shipping fees apply.**
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ADULT - VIRTUAL 5K Closed
Online registration closed-
LOCATION: ANY LOCATION OF YOUR CHOICE | AGES: 13 AND OLDER | REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE
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$40.00
Early Bird Pricing **Shipping fees apply.**
Feb 13 – Feb 29 -
$45.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
Mar 1 – Mar 31 -
$45.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
Apr 1 – Apr 30 -
$45.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
May 1 – May 31 -
$45.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
Jun 1 – Jul 27
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CHILD - VIRTUAL 5K Closed
Online registration closed-
LOCATION: ANY LOCATION OF YOUR CHOICE | AGES: 3 - 12 YEARS OLD | REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE
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$25.00
Early Bird Pricing **Shipping fees apply.**
Feb 13 – Feb 29 -
$30.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
Mar 1 – Mar 31 -
$30.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
Apr 1 – Apr 30 -
$30.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
May 1 – May 31 -
$30.00
**Shipping fees apply.**
Jun 1 – Jul 27
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HBCU CONNECT Partnership
The DCHBCUAA has partnered with HBCU CONNECT to celebrate their diversity recruitment contributions over the past 25 years. HBCU CONNECT is the largest network of students, alumni and supporters of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs). To commemorate their 25th anniversary, HBCU Connect we will be presenting several personal and professional development activities for over 3,000 attendees who attended and/or support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). While the event will be very attractive and in proximity to HBCU supporters in Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC (collectively, home to 11 HBCUs), marketing efforts will include all HBCU graduates and students nationwide.
Register today for HBCU Connect's conference here: HBCU Connect Conference Link
Divine 9 Greek Giveback
The DCHBCUAA is excited to offer local Divine 9 organizations and the National Pan-Hellenic Council the opportunity to participate in our event. This fundraiser is designed to help local Divine 9 Greek organizations to raise money for scholarships.
Organizations that register 50 or more participants affiliated with your chapter will receive 100% of donations designated to your chapter (less applicable fees).
Organizations that register less than 50 participants affiliated with your chapter will receive 90% of donations designated to your chapter (less applicable fees).
All Greek Giveback participants MUST select their chapter during registration.
The deadline to join the Greek Giveback Competition is Saturday, June 1, 2024.
An exhibitor table is available for no charge for Greek chapters who participate in the Greek Giveback.
If your organization is interested in participating in the Greek Giveback, click here to access the request form.
Contact greekgiveback@dchbcu.org if you have any question.
Questions ???
For questions regarding the event, including your RACE REGISTRATION or CREATING A TEAM contact: race@dchbcu.org
Race Route Information
Our scenic 2024 course takes place across the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge and into the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail through Navy Yard. The route is stroller friendly and along a complete pedestrian path. Be sure to stop along the course and take photos!
Meet the Grand Marshal of our 11th Annual 5K Run/Walk!!
GIZELLE BRYANT
2024 GRAND MARSHAL
Gizelle Bryant is a television and media personality, podcast host, author, and vibrant socialite living in the Potomac area. She is a star cast member on Bravo's Real Housewives of Potomac, and has also appeared on Bravo's Chat Room along with Porsha Williams and on Season 3 of Ultimate Girls Trip. With her RHOP co-star Robyn Dixon, she hosts the incredibly popular podcast, Reasonably Shady, which is part of iHeart's Black Effect Podcast Network. She is also the author of the highly-rated and bestselling novel, My Word. Across all socials, Gizelle shares her life & success with almost one million dedicated followers.
Gizelle accomplishes all this as a mother of three daughters, Grace and twins Angel and Adore. Gizelle grew up surrounded by ambition; her parents set the tone for her path with their work in government and philanthropy. After graduating from Hampton University, she moved to Baltimore, where she married megachurch pastor/activist Jamal Bryant. But when the marriage ended seven years later, Gizelle remained resilient and decided it was time to move back to her old stomping grounds of Potomac for a fresh start with her three girls. When she's not working or spending time with her children, Gizelle focuses her time on multiple entrepreneurial ventures and philanthropy projects—such as generating funds to revitalize various major cities in order to help those in need or in transition.
Event schedule
- Fri, June 28, 2024 6:00 PM - Pre-Race Reception
- Sat, June 29, 2024 6:00 AM - On Site Registration
- Sat, June 29, 2024 6:30 AM - Pre-Race Warm-Up and Opening Activities
- Sat, June 29, 2024 7:00 AM - Race Start Time
- Sat, June 29, 2024 9:00 AM - 11th Annual Celebration and Scholarship Presentation
- Sat, July 6, 2024 11:59 PM - Virtual Race Registration Ends
Contact information
- Event contact
- Shayla L. Watson
- race@dchbcu.org
- Phone
- (202) 743-3874
- Website
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