2025 marks the 44th Capitol Hill Classic! The Classic is a Capitol Hill tradition unlike any other. It’s not just a race; it’s a celebration of our community. The Classic features the only 10k and 3K races run entirely though Washington DC’s historic Capitol Hill neighborhood.

This year’s race will feature a NEW course that will be USA Track & Field certified. Runners will wind through the living history of the US Capitol, Supreme Court, and Library of Congress, pass the historic homes of East Capitol Street to RFK Stadium, and cross the finish line in Stanton Park. The race will feature ChronoTrack timing, mile splits, and water stations.

Given the growing success of the race, we have expanded our sponsorship program to provide greater sponsor exposure to the thousands of runners, supporters, and families of the more than 1,000 children who attend the Capitol Hill Cluster School’s three campuses (Peabody Primary School, Watkins Elementary School, and Stuart-Hobson Middle School). The Capitol Hill Cluster School PTA is a 501(c)(3) charity, so all sponsorships are fully deductible to the extent allowed under law.

Sponsorship Levels

Title Sponsor

Sponsor the entire Capitol Hill Classic and we’ll name the event after your company or organization. We’ll work together to find unique ways to highlight you leading up to, and during the race. Benefits include:

Naming rights to the entire event: The ABC Inc. Capitol Hill Classic
Shout outs from the DJ during the race
Top placement of corporate logo on race t-shirts
Top placement of corporate logo on race website with link to your website
Promotion of your business on social media and Cluster listserv
Top placement of corporate logo on race fliers sent home to all Cluster students
Corporate logo signage at the race
Option for a promotional table at finish line in Stanton Park

Race Sponsor Level ($10,000)

We have opportunities for three (3) race sponsors: the 10k, the 3k, and the Fun Run. Benefits include:

Naming rights to an individual race (10K, 3K and Fun Run)
Official Classic starter and awards presenter
Shout outs from the DJ during the race
Corporate logo prominently displayed on race t-shirts
Corporate logo displayed on race website with link to your website
Promotion of your business on social media and Cluster listserv
Corporate logo displayed on race fliers sent home to all Cluster students
Corporate logo signage at the race
Option for a promotional table at finish line in Stanton Park

Major Sponsor Level ($5,000)

We have opportunities for six (6) major sponsors to be prominently featured at major stations on race day: Photo booth, DJ Booth, Medic Tent, Bike Valet, Bag Check, and Water Stations. Benefits include:

Corporate signage at chosen station
Shout outs from the DJ during the race
Corporate logo prominently displayed on race t-shirts
Corporate logo displayed on race website with link to your website
Promotion of your business on social media and Cluster listserv
Corporate logo displayed on race fliers sent home to all Cluster students
Corporate logo signage at the race
Option for a promotional table at finish line in Stanton Park

Mile Marker Sponsor Level ($2,500)

We have opportunities for six (6) sponsors who will prominently be featured at the mile markers on the race course. Benefits include:

Corporate signage at chosen mile marker
Shout outs from the DJ during the race
Corporate logo prominently displayed on race t-shirts
Corporate logo displayed on race website with link to your website
Promotion of your business on social media and Cluster listserv
Corporate logo displayed on race fliers sent home to all Cluster students
Option for a promotional table at finish line in Stanton Park

Contributing Sponsor ($1,000)

We have unlimited opportunities for sponsors interested in contributing to the Classic. Benefits include:

Corporate logo displayed on race website with link to your website
Promotion of your business on social media and Cluster listserv
Corporate logo displayed on race fliers sent home to all Cluster students
Option for a promotional table at finish line in Stanton Park

Friends of the Capitol Hill Classic ($500)

We have unlimited opportunities for sponsors who want to be Friends of the Classic. Benefits include:

Corporate logo displayed on race website with link to your website
Corporate logo displayed on race fliers sent home to all Cluster students
Option for a promotional table at finish line in Stanton Park

Customized Race Shirt ($100)

Have your name printed on the back of your Race T-shirt.

Questions? Contact Bridget Merrick, Race Director at info@capitolhillclassic.com.

Pay for sponsorship!