5K Races in Maryland — 2026

There are 126 5K races in Maryland scheduled for 2026. The next is the Baltimore Neon Run in Baltimore on October 11. Maryland 5K races run primarily October.

World Mental Health Day 5K - Gaithersburg, MD

Sat, Oct 10 · Gaithersburg, MD Gaithersburg

5K - Basic Registration5K - Commemorative Collection

From $10 Open Closing Soon

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We Love Teachers 5K - DC/Maryland

Sat, Oct 10 · Wheaton, MD Wheaton

We Love Teachers 5KVirtual - We ♥️ Teachers 5KWe Love Teachers 5K - Educator Entry +1

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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MCRRC Matthew Henson 5K

Sat, Oct 10 · Silver Spring, MD Silver Spring

Non-Member Registration

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13th ANNUAL AWE INSPIRING 5K

Sat, Oct 10 · Baltimore, MD Baltimore

In-person 5K RunVirtual 5K Run

From $50 Open Closing Soon

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Montgomery Village Jack-O-Lantern 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run

Sat, Oct 10 · Montgomery Village, MD Montgomery Village

Kids' Fun Run (MVF Residents)5K Race (General Registration)5K Race (MVF Residents Only) +1

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Race for the Race

Sat, Oct 10 · Upper Marlboro, MD Upper Marlboro

Race for the Race 1 Mile (Senior)Race for the Race 1 Mile (Adult)Race for the Race 1 Mile (Child 10 & Up) +5

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Coppermine 3rd Annual Breast Cancer 5K

Sat, Oct 10 · Hampstead, MD Hampstead

Coppermine 3rd Annual Breast Cancer 5K

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Pirate's Wharf 5K

Sat, Oct 10 · Quantico, MD Quantico

Pirate's Wharf 5K

From $30 Open

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Baltimore Neon Run

Sun, Oct 11 · Baltimore, MD Baltimore

Baltimore Neon Run- Blaq Pride Edition

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Run The Boards Like Rob

Sun, Oct 11 · Ocean City, MD Ocean City

1 Mile Fun Walk5k Run/WalkVirtual 5k

From $10 Open Closing Soon

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Run the Vineyards - Running Hare Fall 5K

Sun, Oct 11 · Prince Frederick, MD Prince Frederick

5K

From $42 Open Closing Soon

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Run for MWS 5K

Sun, Oct 11 · Frederick, MD Frederick

ASA 5K5K Run/WalkFun Run +1

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Run Like Michael

Sun, Oct 11 · Darnestown, MD Darnestown

1 Mile Walk5k Run

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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New Market STRONG Run/Walk and Festival

Sun, Oct 11 · New Market, MD New Market

New Market STRONG Fighter Run/Walk and Festival

From $25 Closed

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The Highlands School 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk

Sun, Oct 11 · Bel Air, MD Bel Air

The Highlands Big Event 1 Mile Fun WalkThe Highlands Big Event 5K Race

From $40 Open

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Screech's Night Owl 5K & 1 Mile Fun Walk

Fri, Oct 16 · Bel Air, MD Bel Air

1 Mile Fun WalkVirtual 1 Mile Fun WalkScreech Virtual 5K +1

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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Boulder Dash at Pinesburg Quarry

Sat, Oct 17 · Williamsport, MD Williamsport

1 Mile Fun Run5 Mile ChallengeFamily Friendly 5K

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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DANNY'S RUN...Salisbury, MD

Sat, Oct 17 · Salisbury, MD Salisbury

5k Run

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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Gateway to the Cure Covered Bridge 5K

Sat, Oct 17 · Thurmont, MD Thurmont

12th Annual Gateway to the Cure Covered Bridge 5K

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Steps Towards Healing for Mental Health Awareness 5K

Sat, Oct 17 · Hagerstown, MD Hagerstown

5K Run/Walk

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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Coastal Walk & 5K Run

Sat, Oct 17 · Berlin, MD Berlin

Coastal Hospice 2 Mile WalkCoastal Hospice 5K Run

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Franklin G. Schaeffer Memorial 5K Run & Walk 2026

Sat, Oct 17 · Westminster, MD Westminster

FGS Memorial 5K

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Fall Fest Family 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk

Sat, Oct 17 · Silver Spring, MD Silver Spring

Fall Fest Family 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Hyattsville Zombie Run

Sat, Oct 17 · Hyattsville, MD Hyattsville

1K Family Fun Run/WalkOne Mile Run/Walk5K Run/Walk

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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CalvertHealth Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Oct 17 · Solomons, MD Solomons

Fun Walk5K Run

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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The Husky Run 5K

Sun, Oct 18 · Bel Air, MD Bel Air

The Husky Run: 5K #3The Husky Run: 5K #2The Husky Run: 5K Run/Walk Series

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Pink Ribbon 5K

Sun, Oct 18 · Frederick, MD Frederick

Pink Ribbon 5K (Timed)Pink Ribbon 5K (Untimed)Pink Ribbon Virtual 5K

From $32 Open Closing Soon

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Baltimore Empower Walk & 5K Run

Sun, Oct 18 · Baltimore, MD Baltimore

5K

From $35 Closed

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Retriever 5k Dawg Chase and Fun Run

Sat, Oct 24 · Baltimore, MD Baltimore

Family Fun Run5K

From $0 Closed

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Ready, Set, SNIFF! 5K at BARCStoberfest

Sat, Oct 24 · Baltimore, MD Baltimore

With Dog - 5K ParticipantWithout Dog - 5K Participant

From $50 Open Closing Soon

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RTB Fair Winds 5k/Fun Run

Sat, Oct 24 · Annapolis, MD Annapolis

4th Annual 5K/Fun RunRTB Fair Winds Virtual 5k/Fun Run

From $15 Open

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F2BK Splash & Dash - MOCO

Sat, Oct 24 · Rockville, MD Rockville

F2BK Splash & Dash - 7-8 year oldF2BK Splash & Dash - 9-10 year oldF2BK Splash & Dash - 11-12 year old +1

From $25 Open Closing Soon 20 spots left

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Linganore Haunted Wine Run 5k

Sat, Oct 24 · Mt. Airy, MD Mt. Airy

5kHelp with Check-in Then Run 9:00am to 10:30amHelp with Check-in Then Run 7:30am to 9:00am

From $15 Open Closing Soon 6 spots left

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New Hope Community Outreach Services 5k Run/Walk

Sat, Oct 24 · White Plains, MD White Plains

Kids Fun Run5k Runner with T-shirt5K Walker with T-shirt +3

From $20 Open

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Believe In Tomorrow Port to Fort 6K 2026

Sat, Oct 24 · Baltimore, MD Baltimore

Home Depot EmployeeUnited States MilitaryVirtual Registration +2

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Mustang's Milestone 5K

Sat, Oct 24 · Clarksburg, MD Clarksburg

Mustang's Milestone 5K

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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32nd Annual Cardinal Cup 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Sat, Oct 24 · Baltimore, MD Baltimore

1-Mile Walk5K Run - Fall

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Arrr You Ready to Trot?

Sat, Oct 24 · Cobb Island, MD Cobb Island

Premium RegistrationStandard Registration

From $50 Open

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Run the Vineyards - Rocklands Farm 5K

Sun, Oct 25 · Poolesville, MD Poolesville

5K

From $44 Open

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HEADLESS HORSEMAN FUN RUN & 5K

Sun, Oct 25 · Frederick, MD Frederick

1K Fun RunHeadless Horseman 5K (Ages 12 & Under)Headless Horseman 5K (Ages 65 & Up) +1

From $20 Open

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Bailey's Annual Heart & Sole 5K- Run/Walk

Sun, Oct 25 · Bel Air, MD Bel Air

Bailey's Annual Heart & Sole 5K Run/Walk

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra

Sun, Oct 25 · Columbia, MD Columbia

Virtual 5-Miler5-Miler5-Miler ASA

From $45 Open Closing Soon 30 spots left

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13th Annual St. John's School Trick or Trot Eagle 5K

Sat, Oct 31 · Hollywood, MD Hollywood

Virtual 1-Mile Fun Run1-Mile Fun Run5K Run/Walk +1

From $15 Open

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Cats & Bats Haunted 5K

Sat, Oct 31 · Aberdeen, MD Aberdeen

Cats & Bats Fun Run 1 Mile (untimed)Cats & Bats Virtual 5K RaceCats & Bats Haunted 5K

From $25 Open

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Jurassic Dash 5K & Fun Run

Sat, Nov 7 · Fallston, MD Fallston

1 Mile (untimed Fun Run)International Virtual 5K5K +1

From $30 Open

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FSRC Chip Timing Practice 5Kish

Sat, Nov 7 · Ijamsville, MD Ijamsville

5Kish

From $0 Open 40 spots left

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Towson, MD. The Annual Wiltondale Neighborhood 5K and Fun Run to benefit the ongoing care of Greenwood Park, Towson, MD.

Sat, Nov 7 · Towson, MD Towson

5K

From $35 Open

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Run Friends Run 5k & Pet-Friendly Fun Run

Sat, Nov 7 · Ijamsville, MD Ijamsville

Pet Friendly Fun RunRun Friends Run 5k

From $15 Open

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Chesapeake Patriot 5K Run and 1K Walk 2026

Sat, Nov 7 · Middle River, MD Middle River

1K WALKERS5K RUNNERS

From $35 Open

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Downs Park 5 Miler

Sat, Nov 7 · Pasadena, MD Pasadena

5 Mile Run

From $15 Open

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