BACKED BY THE BEST.

The crew behind our crew.

Pacers Running is DC’s hometown run shop and the team behind the DC Half. With multiple locations across the DMV, Pacers has been the heartbeat of the local running community for decades. Whether you’re lacing up for your first 5K or chasing a PR, Pacers is your crew from day one.

Brooks is built for one thing—the run. From daily trainers to race day kicks, Brooks designs every shoe and piece of gear with runners in mind. No distractions, no shortcuts. Just performance that keeps you moving mile after mile.

MedStar Health is the DC region’s leading health system, with hospitals and care centers across Maryland and Washington, DC. As the official medical partner of the DC Half, MedStar is on course and on hand to keep our runners safe, supported, and moving—race day and beyond.