Photo by Matt Lanark
The morning crowd at Taco Bell Cantina at the start of the marathon.
The Taco Bell DC 50K, a 32.4-mile race through Alexandria, Arlington, and D.C., is set to return Friday, Nov. 27, at 8 a.m. starting and ending at the Taco Bell Cantina in Old Town Alexandria.
Organized by local runners Phil Hargis and Mike Wardian, the event features participants eating at nine Taco Bell locations and adhering to specific rules, including no use of digestive aids and completing the course within 11 hours.
Be sure to read Alexandrian Matt Lanark's experience in the first race here:
The DC Taco Bell 50k Was Reflux-Inducing and Awe-Inspiring!An Alexandrian runner marvels at a recent marathon that required stops at nine Taco Bells...and contemplates participating next year.
As of March 15, 2026, 389 runners have signed up for the fall race that takes runners to nine Taco Bell locations.
Are you a candidate? Organizers asks that you answer these questions:
Are you interested in trying out something really stupid?
Do you want to have the most fun you have ever had running really far?
Do you like to dress up in costumes or wear taco-themed clothing?
Have you heard about the 2025 Taco Bell DC 50k and need to experience it for yourself?
If you answered YES to any or all of these questions, please click on the buttom below to give us your email address and we will let you know when we have news about the 2026 Taco Bell DC 50k.
Start/Finish: Taco Bell Cantina, 417 King St, Alexandria, VA
9 Taco Bell stops across Alexandria, Arlington, & DC.
Eat a menu item at each stop (drinks don’t count!).
Must finish 50K and all tacos in 11 hours.
Chalupa, Burrito Supreme, Crunchwrap, Nachos Bell Grande — choose wisely!
SURVIVORS earn eternal glory (and maybe heartburn).
Not sponsored by Taco Bell. Just fueled by it.
Email: tacobelldc50k@gmail.com
