Running races in or near Frederick, MD
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Frederick, MD area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
Deep Water Running/Conditioning Summer I (adults)
Organization: MONTGOMERY VILLAGE FOUNDATION- INC.
Date of Race: 06-05-2026
Description: DescriptionDeep Water Running/Conditioning - adults 18+
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Deep Water Running/Conditioning Summer I (adults)
Organization: MONTGOMERY VILLAGE FOUNDATION- INC.
Date of Race: 06-05-2026
Description: DescriptionDeep Water Running/Conditioning - adults 18+
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Deep Water Running/Conditioning Summer II (adults)
Organization: MONTGOMERY VILLAGE FOUNDATION- INC.
Date of Race: 07-24-2026
Description: DescriptionDeep Water Running/Conditioning - adults 18+
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Deep Water Running/Conditioning Summer II (adults)
Organization: MONTGOMERY VILLAGE FOUNDATION- INC.
Date of Race: 07-24-2026
Description: DescriptionDeep Water Running/Conditioning - adults 18+
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Deep Water Running/Conditioning Summer II (adults)
Organization: MONTGOMERY VILLAGE FOUNDATION- INC.
Date of Race: 07-24-2026
Description: DescriptionDeep Water Running/Conditioning - adults 18+
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Deep Water Running/Conditioning Summer I (adults)
Organization: MONTGOMERY VILLAGE FOUNDATION- INC.
Date of Race: 06-05-2026
Description: DescriptionDeep Water Running/Conditioning - adults 18+
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Thundering Hooves 5k/1mile Trail Run/Walk Hosted by Gentle ...
Organization: Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: Come experience a race like no other! Wind your ...
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Ready, Set, Run - Summer 2026
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 06-23-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, Set, Run! is where confidence, character, and cardio collide! Designed ...
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5k Trail Run/Walk - Adult
Organization: Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: Come experience a race like no other! Wind your ...
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1 Mile Trail Run/Walk - Child
Organization: Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: Come experience a race like no other! Wind your ...
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Little & Junior TrackStars Half Day
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 06-29-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run, jump and throw! Learn and participate in everything from ...
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JRC Little & Junior TrackStars Full Day
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 06-29-2026
Description: DescriptionThis field experience is only for teens participating as Junior Counselors ...
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JRC Little & Junior TrackStars Full Day
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 06-29-2026
Description: DescriptionThis field experience is only for teens participating as Junior Counselors ...
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Ready, Set, Run - Summer 2026
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 06-23-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, Set, Run! is where confidence, character, and cardio collide! Designed ...
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1 Mile Trail Run/Walk - Virtual Runner
Organization: Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: Come experience a race like no other! Wind your ...
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Ready, Set, Run - Summer 2026
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 06-23-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, Set, Run! is where confidence, character, and cardio collide! Designed ...
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Little & Junior TrackStars Half Day
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 06-29-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run, jump and throw! Learn and participate in everything from ...
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1 Mile Trail Run/Walk - Adult
Organization: Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: Come experience a race like no other! Wind your ...
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5k Trail Run/Walk - Child
Organization: Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: Come experience a race like no other! Wind your ...
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5k Trail Run/Walk - Virtual Runner
Organization: Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: Come experience a race like no other! Wind your ...
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Little & Junior TrackStars Full Day
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 06-29-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run, jump and throw! Learn and participate in everything from ...
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Little & Junior TrackStars Full Day
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 06-29-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run, jump and throw! Learn and participate in everything from ...
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SportsFest 3K Run
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: DescriptionJoin us for the Gaithersburg 3K Run, a community event benefiting ...
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SportsFest 3K Run
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: DescriptionJoin us for the Gaithersburg 3K Run, a community event benefiting ...
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Sandy Spring Slave Museum
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 05-26-2026
Description: DescriptionThe visit features the Sandy Spring Slave Museum & African Art ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Frederick, MD: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Frederick
Frederick (MD) is a city in Frederick County with an estimated population of 65,239.[4]
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