Washington, DC • October 11, 2026
Hotels for the Army Ten-Miler 2026
Headed to Washington for the 42nd Annual Army Ten-Miler? Make Kellogg Conference Hotel your home base for race weekend, with a comfortable place to recharge before and after ten memorable miles through the nation's capital.
Race Day | Sunday, October 11, 2026
Book Your Race Weekend Stay
Race Day October 11, 2026
Distance 10 Miles
Race Location The Pentagon
Runner Waves Begin at 8:00 AM
Ten Miles Through the Nation's Capital
Get Ready for Army Ten-Miler Weekend
Each October, runners come together in the Washington, DC area for one of the Army's signature running events. The Army Ten-Miler brings service members, veterans, military families and civilian runners to a course that passes some of the capital region's most recognizable landmarks. Whether you're racing, supporting a runner or making the trip as a team, planning your weekend ahead of time can make race morning a whole lot easier.
Plan Your Race Weekend
Army Ten-Miler Weekend at a Glance
Race day may be the main event, but your Army Ten-Miler experience starts before you reach the starting line. Build packet pickup, travel and a little recovery time into your Washington, DC weekend.
Friday • October 9
Arrive & Pick Up Your Packet
Get settled in the DC area and take care of race packet pickup early, leaving more time on Saturday to relax, explore and prepare for race morning.
Saturday • October 10
Expo & Race Preparation
Saturday is your final opportunity for mandatory packet pickup. Once that's handled, focus on dinner, hydration, your race gear and an early night before ten miles.
Sunday • October 11
Race Day
Head toward the Pentagon early for the 42nd Annual Army Ten-Miler, then return to your hotel to recharge before enjoying the rest of your Washington weekend.
Before Race Day
Army Ten-Miler Expo & Packet Pickup
Runners should make packet pickup part of their travel plans before race morning. The 2026 Army Ten-Miler Expo and packet pickup take place Friday and Saturday at The St. James in Springfield, Virginia.
When October 9–10, 2026
Where The St. James
Location Springfield, Virginia
Important Packet pickup is mandatory before race day.
If you're arriving in Washington on Friday or Saturday, allow enough time to reach Springfield, collect your materials and return without making the night before the race feel rushed.
Runner Tip: There is no race-day packet pickup, so don't leave this part of your race plan until Sunday morning.
Race Morning
Getting to the Army Ten-Miler
Ten miles is enough work for one morning. Make getting to the starting area the easy part by planning your transportation before race day and allowing plenty of time to reach the Pentagon.
Runner Waves Begin 8:00 AM Sunday, October 11, 2026
Pentagon • Arlington, Virginia
Pentagon • Arlington, Virginia
Give Yourself Plenty of Time
Thousands of runners, spectators and volunteers converge on the Pentagon area for the Army Ten-Miler, making an early start to your morning especially important.
Have your race gear ready the night before, know how you plan to reach the start area and leave extra time for crowds, security procedures and walking to your designated starting area.
01 / Plan Ahead
Skip the Race-Day Parking Search
Race-day parking is not available at the Pentagon. Plan another transportation option before Sunday morning rather than arriving in the area expecting to find a place to park.
02 / Public Transit
Consider Metro
Public transportation can help runners avoid road closures and parking challenges around the race area. Check current race-day transit information and operating schedules as your trip approaches.
03 / Build in Time
Expect a Busy Morning
Don't plan your arrival around the starting gun. Allow time to reach the Pentagon area, navigate the race grounds, handle pre-race necessities and get into position before your wave begins.
Race-Day Reminder
Transportation procedures, road closures and transit schedules can change. Check the official Army Ten-Miler race information before leaving your hotel for the most current race-day instructions.
Before You Call It a Night
Race Morning Starts the Night Before
Set Out Your Race Gear
Confirm Transportation
Check Race Updates
Set That Alarm
Stay in Washington, DC
Your Army Ten-Miler Weekend Home Base
A good race weekend needs more than a starting line. Give yourself a comfortable place to prepare, recharge and enjoy Washington before and after your ten miles.
Rest. Recharge. Race.
Stay at Kellogg Conference Hotel
Located on the historic Gallaudet University campus, Kellogg Conference Hotel gives Army Ten-Miler travelers a comfortable Washington, DC home base away from the intensity of the race-day crowds.
Settle in before race day, organize your gear, get some rest and return after the finish line with plenty of weekend still ahead of you.
Complimentary High-Speed Wi-Fi
Fitness Studio
24-Hour Guest Services
Outtakes Market
Shuttle to Union Station
Gallaudet University Campus Setting
After the Finish Line
Ten Miles Down. Now Enjoy Washington.
Once you've crossed the finish line and had a chance to recover, your weekend doesn't have to end. Grab something to eat, explore a nearby neighborhood or spend the rest of the day taking in Washington, DC at a much more relaxed pace.
Beyond the Finish Line
Make a Weekend of Washington, DC
You came to Washington for ten miles. Give yourself a little extra time to enjoy the city after the race. From nearby dining to museums and iconic landmarks, there's plenty to experience once the running shoes get a break.
01 / Refuel
Grab a Bite at Union Market
After ten miles, you've earned lunch. Explore the food, shops and neighborhood energy around Union Market during your race weekend in Washington.
Explore Union Market → 02 / Discover
Explore the Smithsonian Museums
Add some history, art, science or culture to your trip with time at Washington's Smithsonian museums before heading home.
Explore the Smithsonian → 03 / See DC
Visit the National Mall
If your legs still have a little left in them, experience the monuments, memorials and landmarks that make the National Mall one of Washington's essential stops.
Explore the National Mall → 04 / Travel
Connect Through Union Station
Arriving by train or planning your trip home? Learn more about Union Station and its role as one of Washington's major transportation hubs.
Explore Union Station →October 11, 2026
Ready for Army Ten-Miler Weekend?
Make Kellogg Conference Hotel your Washington, DC home base for the 42nd Annual Army Ten-Miler and enjoy a comfortable place to prepare before the race and recharge after the finish line.
Book Your Race Weekend StayRace dates, times, transportation procedures and event details are subject to change. Check the official Army Ten-Miler website for the latest race information before your trip.