The 2026 National Women’s Half Marathon and Race for Hope both kick off Sunday, May 3. Here’s what what you should know.
WASHINGTON — Two races in the District will impact traffic on Sunday May 2. Parking restrictions and street closures will be enforced.
Editor’s note: The above video is from May 2025.
Race for Hope DC parking restrictions and road closures
On May 3, beginning at 2:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., the following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking and closed to vehicle traffic:
Pennsylvania Avenue from 12th
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