Half Marathon races near Oxon Hill

Racin’ to Beat Cancer offers a 5K, 10K, and half marathon at Burke Lake Park. This event welcomes more than just runners; walkers are encouraged, strollers are permitted, and a virtual run option is available for those unable to attend in person. The event features chip timing, and all participants receive a finisher’s medal and a technical event shirt. The race supports We Rock Cancer, a charity assisting individuals impacted by cancer.

The DC SAFE 5k & Half is a Sunday morning race in Washington, DC, starting at 7:30 AM EDT from the Canal Road area near Georgetown. Runners can choose either a 5K or a half marathon, and walkers are welcome, accommodating those seeking a longer effort and those preferring a shorter outing. Both distances utilize the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path, remaining near the Potomac and the historic canal corridor. The half marathon begins and concludes near the Potomac Boat Club in Georgetown, while the 5K starts and finishes at Fletcher’s Boat House further up Canal Road. Virtual options are also available, with choices including a medal, a medal and shirt, or neither.

The Semper Fi 5k & Half is a morning race in Washington, DC, with both distances following the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path. The half marathon begins and ends in Georgetown near the Potomac Boat Club, while the 5K uses Fletcher's Boat House as its start and finish point. Both races commence at 7:30 AM EDT, and walkers are permitted, meaning the event accommodates participants not solely focused on achieving a fast time. The course directs participants along the canal path beside the Potomac River. The half marathon route is situated nearer to Georgetown, and the 5K route is located further up Canal Road at Fletcher's Boat House. The race is located at 4940 Canal Rd NW. The event provides in-person 5K and half marathon registrations, along with virtual participation options that include distinct shirt and medal selections. Travis Bishop is the designated event contact, and the race also provides a website and Facebook page for information.

Semper Fi Georgetown is a morning half marathon and 5K in Georgetown, Washington, DC, near the Nation's Capital. The half marathon starts at 7:30 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8:00 a.m. The longer race allows 3 hours and 15 minutes to finish. Both distances use the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path, a flat route suitable for runners seeking steady pacing and walkers. Strollers are welcome, accommodating families alongside half-marathoners, 5K runners, and casual participants. The race benefits Semper Fi & America's Fund, supporting service members, veterans, and military families.

The We Got Your Six Running Festival is a half marathon and marathon event held on the Indian Head Rail Trail in Charles County, Maryland. It begins at 9:00 AM, following packet pickup at the race venue, a brief pre-race talk, and the National Anthem. Participant numbers are limited to 200, making it a focused race rather than a large-scale city event. The event supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and is timed by Racine MultiSports. Participants receive a race shirt, a custom bib, and a finisher medal. Custom podium awards are presented after the race. Both individual runners and relay team members are eligible for medals, with the awards ceremony taking place after the race concludes.

The Schaeffer series is a trail-running event by EX2 Adventures held in Maryland and Virginia. It offers three race distances: a half marathon, a 10K, and a 5K trail run. This event is designed for runners seeking a trail experience over a road race. The format provides participants with a choice between a longer trail effort, a middle-distance run, and a shorter option. EX2 Adventures also organizes adventure racing and triathlon events, placing the series within the region's wider outdoor endurance calendar.

The Service and Sacrifice 5K & Half begins and ends at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, with the Florida Panthers serving as the host. The event features both a 5K and a half marathon, focusing on veterans and first responders and connecting to the Panthers Foundation’s support for the military. Over 1,000 runners participated in the sold-out race, which included music from DJ Genesis at the start area. US Marine Gunnery Sergeant Jeffery Schuh was among the runners, and Cleefol Sanintvaliere finished first in just over 18 minutes.

The Budds Creek Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, & Half is a November race held at Budds Creek Motorsports Park on Budds Creek Road in Mechanicsville, Maryland. This event offers runners three distance options: the standard 5K and 10K, along with a half marathon for those seeking a longer distance than typically found at holiday-themed trots. The unique setting distinguishes this race, as participants convene at a motorsports park instead of a typical downtown street, park loop, or school campus. Bishop's Events is the organizer, with Travis Bishop as the event contact. The listing notes Budds Creek as one of the organizer's more recent Turkey Trot venues. Virtual participation is also available, with options including a medal, no medal or shirt, or both a medal and shirt.