Frederick Running Festival

Sun, May 3, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

Location: Frederick, MD; Frederick Fairgrounds, 797 E Patrick St, 21701
Type: RUN

At a glance

Discover a hidden gem in Frederick, MD, offering a big-time race feel with small-town charm and multiple distances for all.

Fun
Festive

Great for: casual, fun-first runners

Tucked away in the suburbs of Washington, D.C., the Frederick Running Festival is described as a hidden gem of the running community. This event offers a big-time race experience with small-town charm, featuring a half-marathon, a two-person team relay, a 5K, and a Kids Fun Run. All races conclude at the Frederick Fairgrounds, creating a central hub for participants.

What to expect

Experience a well-organized event often described as a hidden gem.
Choose from a half-marathon, two-person relay, 5K, or Kids Fun Run.
All races finish at the Frederick Fairgrounds.

Standout details

Hidden gem in the running community
Big-time race with small-town charm
Multiple distances, including a Kids Fun Run
All races finish at Frederick Fairgrounds

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Distances & registration

15 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

3.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 5:00 PM EDT · From $36.96
Opens May 26, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT · Closes Aug 31, 2025, 7:59 PM EDT
3.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 5:00 PM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 24, 2022, 5:00 AM EST · Closes Jan 26, 2023, 6:59 PM EST
3.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 6:30 AM EDT · From $32.50
Opens May 26, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST

+ 12 more options

3.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 6:30 AM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 23, 2022, 10:15 AM EST · Closes Jan 25, 2023, 6:59 PM EST
13.1 Miles
Sun, May 3, 7:00 AM EDT · From $82.13
Opens May 26, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT · Closes Aug 31, 2025, 7:59 PM EDT
13.1 Miles
Sun, May 3, 7:00 AM EDT · From $106.76
Opens May 26, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT · Closes Aug 31, 2025, 7:59 PM EDT
13.1 Miles
Sun, May 3, 7:00 AM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Jun 13, 2023, 6:00 AM EDT · Closes Jul 14, 2023, 7:59 PM EDT
13.1 Miles
Sun, May 3, 7:00 AM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 25, 2022, 5:00 AM EST · Closes Jan 25, 2023, 6:59 PM EST
13.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 6:30 AM EDT · From $78.02
Opens May 26, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST
13.1 Miles
Sun, May 3, 6:30 AM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 24, 2022, 10:15 AM EST · Closes Jan 26, 2023, 6:59 PM EST
Nut Job Challenge (Half & 5k)
Sat, May 2, 5:00 PM EDT · From $114.98
Opens May 26, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT · Closes Aug 31, 2025, 7:59 PM EDT
Kids Fun Run - 7 and Under
Sat, May 2, 4:00 PM EDT · From $17.50
Opens May 26, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST
Kids Fun Run - Kids 8 to 12
Sat, May 2, 4:00 PM EDT · From $17.50
Opens May 26, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT · Closes Nov 30, 2025, 6:59 PM EST
Nut Job Challenge (Half & 5k) - Charity Registration
Sat, May 2, 5:00 PM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 24, 2022, 5:00 AM EST · Closes Jan 26, 2023, 6:59 PM EST
Kids Fun Run - Charity Registration
Sat, May 2, 4:00 PM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 24, 2022, 5:17 PM EST · Closes Jan 26, 2023, 6:59 PM EST

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From the organizer

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.

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