Running races in or near Gaithersburg, MD
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Gaithersburg, 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.
Running Club - Fall 2026
Organization: Fitwize 4 Kids
Date of Race: 09-16-2026
Description: Running club will meet on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30pm and all skill ...
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Running-5K - Adult (Age 21 & Over)
Organization: Town of Herndon Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-21-2026
Description: Herndon Parks and Recreation is hosting the annual Turkey Trot 5K ...
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Homeschool Striders Running Club - Session 2
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-06-2026
Description: DescriptionJoin our weekly running club designed for homeschool families! Whether ...
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Running-5K - Youth (Age 20 & Under)
Organization: Town of Herndon Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-21-2026
Description: Herndon Parks and Recreation is hosting the annual Turkey Trot 5K ...
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Homeschool Striders Running Club - Session 2
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-06-2026
Description: DescriptionJoin our weekly running club designed for homeschool families! Whether ...
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Homeschool Striders Running Club - Session 2
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-06-2026
Description: DescriptionJoin our weekly running club designed for homeschool families! Whether ...
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Non-members - Non-Members - 5K at 8:00 AM, ...
Organization: Potomac Valley Track Club
Date of Race: 11-21-2026
Description: Race-day: Saturday, November 20
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Track Stars: Tuscarora (6-8 years)
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 09-15-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, set, run! This high-energy track class introduces kids to ...
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Track Stars: Valley (3-5 years)
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-02-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, set, run! This high-energy track class introduces kids to ...
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Track Stars: Valley (3-5 years)
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-02-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, set, run! This high-energy track class introduces kids to ...
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Marathon or Half Marathon - Half or Full ...
Organization: Safety And Health Foundation
Date of Race: 10-17-2026
Description: WE REGRET THAT WE CAN'T PROVIDE REFERRALS ...
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STROLLER WARRIORS 8k - Stroller Warriors 8k - ...
Organization: 10xEM LLC
Date of Race: 05-02-2027
Description: The 8th Annual National Women's Half Marathon 8K ...
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After School with Little & Junior TrackStars
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 11-04-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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After School with Little & Junior TrackStars
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 11-09-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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School's Out with Little & Junior TrackStars
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 09-21-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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School's Out with Little & Junior TrackStars
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 09-21-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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School's Out with Little & Junior TrackStars
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 09-21-2026
Description: DescriptionSuccess in sports starts here! Build a foundation for victory! Hone ...
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Marathon @ 7:30 AM - Participants
Organization: Marathon Charity Cooperation
Date of Race: 05-01-2027
Description: The 24th Potomac River Run Marathon Half, will be held ...
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Little & Junior TrackStars
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 09-12-2026
Description: DescriptionRunning, jumping and mental focus are the basic athletic skills needed ...
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Little & Junior TrackStars
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 09-12-2026
Description: DescriptionRunning, jumping and mental focus are the basic athletic skills needed ...
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Little & Junior TrackStars One Day Speed Clinic
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 11-14-2026
Description: DescriptionWho doesn't want to be fast, explosive and quick? Those characteristics ...
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Track Stars: Walkersville (3-5 years)
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 09-17-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, set, run! This high-energy track class introduces kids to ...
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Track Stars: Tuscarora (3-5 years)
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 09-15-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, set, run! This high-energy track class introduces kids to ...
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Track Stars: Oakdale (3-5 years)
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-04-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, set, run! This high-energy track class introduces kids to ...
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Track Stars: Tuscarora (6-8 years)
Organization: Frederick County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 09-15-2026
Description: DescriptionReady, set, run! This high-energy track class introduces kids to ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Gaithersburg, MD: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg (MD) is a city in Montgomery County with an estimated population of 59,933.[4]
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