Running races in or near Kensington, MD
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Kensington, 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-5K - Running-5K
Organization: Fill the Shoes
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: Fill the Shoes is proud to present the 14th annual "Fill ...
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Running-10K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Crofton Kiwanis
Date of Race: 06-14-2025
Description: For over 35 years, the Crofton Kiwanis/Team Surlis 10K Challenge has ...
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Running-10K - ages 7 through 14
Organization: Crofton Kiwanis
Date of Race: 06-14-2025
Description: For over 35 years, the Crofton Kiwanis/Team Surlis 10K Challenge has ...
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Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Crofton Kiwanis
Date of Race: 06-14-2025
Description: For over 35 years, the Crofton Kiwanis/Team Surlis 10K Challenge has ...
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Running-5K - Runners ages 7 through 14
Organization: Crofton Kiwanis
Date of Race: 06-14-2025
Description: For over 35 years, the Crofton Kiwanis/Team Surlis 10K Challenge has ...
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Track and Field Program - Boys - Ages ...
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 04-25-2025
Description: DescriptionInstructional program for boys ages 9 and 10 which encourages healthy ...
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Track and Field Program - Girls - Ages ...
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 04-25-2025
Description: DescriptionInstructional program for girls ages 9 and 10 which encourages healthy ...
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1 Mile Trail Run/Walk - Adult
Organization: Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue
Date of Race: 06-14-2025
Description: Come experience a race like no other! Wind your ...
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Sponsors - Silver Sponsor – $2,500
Organization: Safety And Health Foundation
Date of Race: 10-04-2025
Description: This is a full charity race held ...
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Half marathon - Half Marathon at 9:00 AM
Organization: Safety And Health Foundation
Date of Race: 10-04-2025
Description: This is a full charity race held ...
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5K/1M Combo (Kids Only) - Individual Age group/open
Organization: DES Gators
Date of Race: 05-17-2025
Description: The Gator Gallop is almost here! On Saturday, May 17, we'll ...
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5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: DES Gators
Date of Race: 05-17-2025
Description: The Gator Gallop is almost here! On Saturday, May 17, we'll ...
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After School with Little & Junior TrackStars
Organization: Howard County Government
Date of Race: 04-28-2025
Description: DescriptionEnergize your afternoons with running, jumping, and sharpening mental focus are ...
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Waiver - For Children in Jogging Stroller - ...
Organization: 10xEM LLC
Date of Race: 05-04-2025
Description: The 6th Annual National Women's Half Marathon 8K ...
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Track and Field Program - Boys - Ages ...
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 04-25-2025
Description: DescriptionInstructional program for boys ages 11 and 12 which encourages healthy ...
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Track and Field Program - Boys - Ages ...
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 04-25-2025
Description: DescriptionInstructional program for boys ages 11 and 12 which encourages healthy ...
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Members - Members - 8K at 7:30 AM
Organization: Potomac Valley Track Club
Date of Race: 07-04-2025
Description: PRE-RACE ON-LINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE:July 2, at 7:30 PM
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Non-members - Non-Members - 8K at 7:30 AM
Organization: Potomac Valley Track Club
Date of Race: 07-04-2025
Description: PRE-RACE ON-LINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE:July 2, at 7:30 PM
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1 Mile Trail Run/Walk - Child
Organization: Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue
Date of Race: 06-14-2025
Description: Come experience a race like no other! Wind your ...
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Track and Field Program - Boys - Ages ...
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 04-25-2025
Description: DescriptionInstructional program for boys ages 7 and 8 which encourages healthy ...
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Non-members - Non-Members - 5K at 8:00 AM, ...
Organization: Potomac Valley Track Club
Date of Race: 02-14-2026
Description: Race-day: On-site packet ...
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Bubble Run - Exclusive VIP Registration- R̶e̶g̶u̶l̶a̶r̶ P̶r̶i̶c̶e̶ ...
Organization: Viral Run
Date of Race: 09-27-2025
Description: If youve done a traditional 5K, you know they can ...
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Sponsors - Bronze Sponsor - $500 or in-kind ...
Organization: Safety And Health Foundation
Date of Race: 10-04-2025
Description: This is a full charity race held ...
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1M/Fun Run Combo (Kids Only) - Individual Age ...
Organization: DES Gators
Date of Race: 05-17-2025
Description: The Gator Gallop is almost here! On Saturday, May 17, we'll ...
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Ready, Set, Run
Organization: GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT
Date of Race: 06-24-2025
Description: DescriptionReady, Set, Run is an international program assisting youth into a ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Kensington, MD: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Kensington
Kensington (MD) is a town in Montgomery County with an estimated population of 2,213.[4]
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In 2014, 57% of marathon finishers in the U.S. were men; women made up 43% of finishers.
