2026 RACE REGISTRATION OPEN!

2026 RACE REGISTRATION OPEN! 2026 RACE REGISTRATION OPEN!

runjuneteenth x altra trail running grant

The Juneteenth Marathon is proud to partner with Altra Running to expand access to trail running through the 2026 Altra Trail Running Grant. This opportunity is designed for runners who are new to trail running and ready to challenge themselves on the historic Civil War Defenses of Washington Trail during the Seventh Annual Juneteenth Half Marathon & 10K.

Four selected participants will receive:

1:1 coaching with an RRCA Level 1 certified coach
A personalized 12-week training plan (Half Marathon or 10K)
Weekly strength training support
Altra trail running shoes and apparel

The 12-week training block runs March 23 – June 13, 2026.

Application Period:
Opens Sunday, February 15, 2026
Closes Sunday, February 22, 2026
Selected applicants will be notified by Sunday, March 1, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must be registered for the Seventh Annual Juneteenth Half Marathon & 10K, be physically able to train for at least a 10K (6.2 miles), commit to structured weekly training throughout the 12-week program, maintain a public Instagram account, and agree to document their journey for storytelling and community engagement purposes.

This grant is about more than race day—it’s about building confidence, expanding access to trail running, and supporting runners as they grow within the sport.

Apply Here

WINTER TRAIL SERIES

The Winter Trail Series is a rotating set of trail-running meetups held throughout the DC–Maryland–Virginia region. Each week features a different local trail, offering a mix of terrain, elevation, and mileage options to keep runners challenged and engaged.

This year, we’re partnering with REI to offer trail-shoe demos from several top brands, giving participants the chance to test gear directly on the trails.

Trail running takes you off the pavement and into nature, moving across dirt paths, forests, fields, and technical surfaces like rocks, roots, and mud. It builds strength, balance, and focus while encouraging exploration and connection with the outdoors.

Sign up

It may be the offseason, but is there ever really an offseason? Bundle up and join us on the trails this winter.

Juneteenth Half Marathon & 10K

to change the world you have to sweat

Strength in Stride

The Juneteenth Marathon is an annual event that connects running communities across across the nation. It fosters fellowship, supports community-based run clubs, and empowers runners to improve local running spaces and neighborhoods.

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