Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Get ready for a fun, challenging day on the trail — our 8-hour Terrapin Nature Park Endurance Race! You’ll have eight hours to run as many 2.8-mile laps as you can (or as many as you want). Every lap you finish earns a new surprise added to your personal stocking — the more laps, the fuller the stocking. When the clock stops, or you are finished, take home everything you’ve collected plus a special “check-out” gift. The top male and female finishers (most laps) will receive special awards. What’s provided A stocking for every participant, which we will fill with lap-earned goodies.A well-stocked KIRG aid station at the start/finish with water, sports drink, and a variety of fueling snacks to keep you going.Ample space at the start/finish to set up your own rest/aid station. Bring extra fluids or food if you prefer more options — and feel free to share with fellow runners.Full-service restrooms at the start/finish and several porta-potties on course. Why join? Pace yourself, set a goal, and watch your stocking grow lap by lap.Race for a friendly competition, or treat this as a personal challenge and enjoy the nature loop.Community atmosphere: cheer others on, swap snacks, and celebrate every lap. Race description: Course loop: 2.8 miles through scenic Terrapin Nature Park. Duration: 8 hours. Registration is capped at 100 participants — grab your spot early. Ready to stuff your stocking? Lace up and join us for an unforgettable day of miles and good company.

The weather was perfect for the 2026 HC5K! Clear, crisp with little to no wind. The 2027 5K will be run on Sunday, March 7th, with the hopes the weather will be chilly and clear. The rain/snow date is Sunday, March 14th just in case Mother Nature does not cooperate this year. Our event is a family-friendly/dog-friendly race run during the doldrums of winter. We get you off the couch and out of the house for this fun run. 10 and under are free with a participating adult. Start and finish at the Kent Island Elementary School and the course takes you along the scenic Cross Island Trail. So get out your running shoes and sweats and train for this fun 5K. And remember, there is Hot Chocolate at the finish of the run! Packet Pickup will be Sunday morning, race day, opening at 7:30, in the cafeteria of the school! (Yes, we are back inside). There will be race day registration with no guarantee of receiving a premium. Awards ceremony will begin at 10:00 after the run. Awards for 1st place male, 1st place female, as well as age group awards. Dog treats for all dogs at the end. Age group winners must be present to receive their award. We have added 5K walking only division this year - Top 3 male and female win awards A link for the course is located toward the bottom of this page.

This race is a 100% charity event! This year, our selected beneficiary is the Eastern Shore Rabbit Rescue and Education Center (https://www.facebook.com/esrrec). This event consists of three distances, 5K, 10K, and 15K, all of which have been certified by USA Track & Field. The 15K distance is part of the Maryland RRCA Grand Prix series of races. The three races all start together at the beautiful Terrapin Nature Park in Stevensville, Maryland and proceed out and back along the Cross-Island Trail on Kent Island. What better way to celebrate Earth Day and the pets we love on a Sunday morning.