Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

The West Frederick MS and Frederick HS PTSAs are bringing back the Headless Horseman Fun Run and 5K! This is a very family friendly event for all ages, as well as a Steeple Chasers supported race with chipped bibs to encourage our competitive runners to be scary fast! One of our amazing Sponsors, PFP, has created free 5K running programs set for different ability levels. Please go to https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/Hq4OfjcFgJVQl0NiA4yi?notrack=true to register for a spot. REGISTER BY 10/04/26 TO ENSURE YOU GET ONE OF THE T-SHIRTS. THIS AWESOME ART WAS DESIGNED BY A FHS STUDENT, SO YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS OUT!!! The Fun Run will start at 8:30 and the 5K will start at 9:00. Costumes are encouraged, and there will be costume contests. And candy...lots of candy!! Costume Categories include: Best overall Scariest Funniest Most creative Best Headless Horseman/Sleepy Hollow Best Family/Group Best Kids Costume We will also be collecting shoes for the Stride Forward Youth Program, a student run nonprofit program in Urbana with a mission to support underserved cross country and track & field programs by collecting and donating gently used running shoes to student athletes who need them. PLEASE BRING YOUR OLD SHOES FOR A GOOD CAUSE!! Packet Pickups will occur on Sat, 10/24 from 1-3 in front of the Frederick HS. You can also pick up the day of the race, starting at 730a. The 5K course will wind its way through boooo-tiful Baker Park and the surrounding neighborhoods; the Fun Run will start and finish at the bandshell, staying within Baker Park between Bentz St and College Ave. This fun event will benefit both the West Frederick Middle and Frederick High School communities. Proceeds will be divided equally and will be used to support student activities or teacher grants.

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Calling all turkeys: Get ready for the 24th annual Sheppard Pratt Turkey Trot in Frederick! At Sheppard Pratt, we serve nearly 80,000 individuals in more than 160 programs in Maryland and through our partnerships with hospitals and health systems nationwide. We provide care and services from inpatient and outpatient treatment to rehabilitation services, housing, education, job training, and more. Every step you take supports Sheppard Pratt’s mission to improve the quality of life of individuals and families by compassionately serving their mental health, addiction, special education, and community support needs. Join us!

JOIN US: This beautiful and fun 5K dash around Frederick Maryland's Baker Park is held annually on the first Saturday of December to benefit Girls on the Run of Mid and Western Maryland. Come ready to compete, or come in a (safe) costume - we'll provide a high-energy event for all! Date: Saturday December 5, 2026 WHAT IS GIRLS ON THE RUN? Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a youth development after school program for girls in 3rd-8th grade. The program is dedicated to inspiring girls to be joyful, healthy and confident while creatively integrating running or movement. Each season concludes with a celebratory 5K run! Companion Race - Gingerbread Dash 5K! Includes linking medals! The elves are once again excited to bring back the Dash spirit to Downtown Hagerstown on Sunday, December 6, 2026 with the Gingerbread Dash! This event promises to be the perfect complement to the Candy Cane Dash, with plenty of holiday cheer to go around! For information about the Gingerbread Dash visit us at www.gingerbreaddash.org.

THANK YOU FOR REGISTERING FOR OUR YMCA SANTA RUN! 🎅🎄 Please refer to this page for all official and up-to-date race information. EVENT DETAILS: (IN-PERSON RACE) 📍 Monocacy Village Park (409 Delaware Road, Frederick, MD 21701)📅 Saturday, December 12, 2026 RACE DAY START TIMES: 1 Mile Elf Run: 8:30 AM (30-minute time limit)10K Run: 9:00 AM (2-hour time limit)5K Run: 9:15 AM (1 hour 45-minute time limit) VIRTUAL RACE RUNNERS: 🏃‍♂️ Run anywhere and anytime between Friday, December 11 at 9:00 AM and Sunday, December 13 at 9:00 PM RACE DAY INFORMATION: Same Day Registration: Saturday only: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AMLocation: Race PavilionSame Day Registration closes promptly at 8:00 AMWe strongly recommend registering in advance PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY: ❌ NOT AVAILABLE All packets must be picked up prior to race day ADDITIONAL RACE DAY NOTES: Dogs are not permitted on the course (except registered service animals)Children riding in strollers do not need to be registeredWalkers must complete their race by 11:00 AMSnacks and water will be available at the pavilionPorta-potties will be located near the pavilionFirst Aid/AED station with certified personnel on siteVendors will be present, please stop by and support them! PACKET PICK-UP: (IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL) 📍 Downtown YMCA, 1000 North Market St., Frederick, MD 21701Wednesday, 12/9/26: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PMThursday, 12/10/26: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PMFriday, 12/11/26: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM IMPORTANT RACE DAY NOTES: You may pick up someone else’s packetVirtual runners must also pick up beanies and finisher medalsPackets will be held for one week after the race at the Downtown YMCA VIRTUAL RACE SHIPPING: Virtual participants living more than 50 miles from Frederick, MD may choose to have their packet mailed for a $15 feePlease do not select shipping if you live within 50 milesAll mailed packets will be shipped after race day All in person participants must pick up their packet, we will not ship packets for in person participants BIB INFORMATION: Please pin all four corners of your bib to the outside of your apparelDo not wear bib upside downImproper placement may prevent timing chip detectionOne Mile Elf Run participants do not receive bibs VIRTUAL RUNNERS: Access your digital bib via the “Manage Registration” link in your confirmation emailYou will be asked to download the "Racejoy" app Race will then be active from Friday 12/11 at 9am until Sunday 12/13 at 9pm for you to complete You may submit treadmill or manual results through the results page RACE COURSES: 5K Course: Starts at Monocacy Village ParkOut and back on Shifferstadt Blvd.Two U-turns before returning to the park 10K Course: Two laps of the 5K courseTurnaround located near the start/finish inside the park 1 Mile Elf Run: Out-and-back route from the park to Mohican Drive PARKING: Please respect all public and private property.Available Parking:YMCA parking lot (short walk across East Street)Delaware Road (between park entrance and East Street)Roads parallel to East Street and railroad tracksIn front of shopping center retail stores (Dollar General, Oscars, Salvation Army, etc.) 🚫 No Parking available at Monocacy Village Park parking lot (reserved for staff, volunteers, porta-potties) RACE BEANIES: 👕 Beanies available for ages 5 and upBeanies guaranteed for registrations received by October 31, 2026After that date, beanies are first-come, first-serve Ages 1–4 receive a race cinch bag or equivalent item instead of a beanie FINISHER MEDALS:🏅 All participants (in-person and virtual) receive a finisher medalMedals double as a holiday ornament AWARDS: 🎉 (IN-PERSON ONLY) Overall male and female winners for the 5K and 10K🏆 Best Holiday Costume AwardAwards announced at the pavilion around 10:30 AMResults available at: www.racinemultisports.com/results SPONSORS: Thank you to our event sponsors!Interested in becoming a sponsor? Please contact:Juan Echeverria - Associate Director of Health & Wellness📧 jecheverria@frederickymca.org📞 (301) 401-6043 Please check back to this page for updates leading up to race day!

Tucked away in the suburbs of Washington, D.C., the Frederick Running Festival is one of the hidden gems of the running community. The festival features four races, which all finish at the Frederick Fairgrounds. Runners can experience a big time race with small town charm with the added value of off-site packet pick-up in the suburbs of Maryland. Choose between a half-marathon and two-person team relay on Sunday or the 5K and Kids Fun Run on Saturday. To shop our FULL merchandise store visit www.shoppesatcorrigansports.com

WHAT IS GIRLS ON THE RUN? Girls on the Run (GOTR) offers programming designed for all girls to build confidence, increase their level of physical activity, and learn essential life skills. Our research-based curriculum creatively combines movement with confidence-building lessons and activities, providing an after-school program for 3rd through 8th grade girls. With programming that inspires girls of all backgrounds and abilities to recognize their individual strengths, participants build connection and community in a welcoming team setting. They explore topics including emotions, expressing empathy, and standing up for themself and others all while being in a safe and judge-free space with their peers. Their season culminates with a 5K celebration, where girls experience confidence and unstoppable strength as they cross the finish line. All Girls on the Run 5K participants are encouraged to go at their own pace, their Happy Pace.   WHAT IS A SOLEMATE? GOTR SoleMates are inspired and d

The Bettie Jane Cancer Foundation 5K Run/Walk proceeds will assist cancer patients in Frederick County & surrounding counties with financial support while they undergo treatment.

Parkway Elementary School will once again be hosting its Parkway Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run event. The course will wind its way through beautiful Baker Park and the surrounding neighborhoods. This fun event will benefit the Parkway Elementary School community. Start Location: Near Baker Park Bandshell21 N. Bentz St.Frederick, MD 21701https://goo.gl/maps/ev3yBmAcoU4h9Pza7 Race Start Times:♦ 8:30am - 1K Fun Run♦ 9:00am - 5K Race Shirts:♦ Race shirts for the 5K and 1K will be provided to all participants who register by Friday, May 01, 2026. For those who register after May 02, race shirts will be given out on a first come-first serve basis, if available.♦ In-person, race day registration will open up at 7:30am. Packet Pick-Up:♦ Packets can be picked up from the front steps of Parkway Elementary School on Friday, May 22 between 3:30-4:30pm. Packets can also be picked up on race day starting at 7:30am. Awards:♦ Awards will be given out to top finishers in different categories: 7 and under,