2024 Special Events

2024 Events hosted by WAR

April 7, 2024

Sunday @ 11:00 AM

Inaugural Sunday Skate: Cherry Blossoms

The start of outdoor skating season in Washington DC.  We will skate a classic Sunday intermediate route.

Led by: Chris

May 3-5, 2024

Thursday - Sunday

Our largest event, with skating on Friday, Saturday, Sunday! Click for last year's schedule.

Led by: Mike (Thu), Sharyn (Fri), Neal & David (Sat), Chris (Sun)
SkateDC Marathon & 10k: Krista
Hotel Contact: Justine
Website:David/Franco/Hamza

Publicity and community outreach:Chris

Shirts/art:Hamza

Meals - Gio, Manzour


June 21-23 2024

Friday - Sunday

Friday night social skate, Saturday pro lessons, all skate party, Sunday Marathon, 10k, a Pro-level and amateur Race, family-friendly activities.

Led by: Krista

July 4

Thursday @ 8:00 PM

Fireworks Skate

Enjoy skating on closed-off streets, and explore the best viewpoints.  Meet at the White House. 

Led by: Chris 

October 5

Saturday @ 9 AM

Annual Fall Marathon/Half/10k Challenge

Indian Head Rail Trail (White Plains End)

Challenge yourself and compete with a timed Marathon or Half Marathon.  The event is in Honor of John Hanevy, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the Washington Area Roadskaters club. Or sign up for the free Rollerblade® 10K Challenge.

Led by: Krista (Skaters Quest)

Click here to register and learn more 

October 19

Saturday @ 11:00 AM

Join us in historic St. Michaels, MD for the Annual event
Led by: Ivana and Dee

October 31, 2023

Thursday @ 7PM

Put on your costume and check out the Halloween scene.

Led by: Mike

November 16

Saturday

Kent Island Skate 

Right across the Bay Bridge, the lovely cross-island and South-island trail awaits.

Led by: Neal & David 

National Harbor Skate 

Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024 @ 11:00 AM

Skate the the National Harbor and see all of the holiday decorations.

Led by: Sharyn 

December 8

December 7, 2024

@7:00 PM

Annual Meeting & Potluck Party

We'll catch up, set the next year's schedule and elect the next board. Everyone is invited. Looking forward to seeing you!

Led by: Chris

Other Skating Events

(hosted outside of the DC Area)

Many events are free!  It is fun to travel and see other cities with friendly local skate communities.  DC contingents attend most of the events on the East Coast.  Travel, skate with your friends, and enjoys tours led by the local skating community.

2023