12 running events in Bethesda, Maryland

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Kensington parkrun [parkrun.us]
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  Every Saturday at 9:00 AM

  Description

  parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.

  5k parkrun Run Walk

  Rock Creek Trail Beach Dr And Cedar Ln, Bethesda, Maryland, 20889, United States
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• Care Packages at Carderock 5k, 10k, & Half [bishopsevents.com] [Register at raceroster.com]
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  Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  Come enjoy the fast and flat courses at Carderock Recreation Area. They are perfect for PRs!

  Walkers are welcome to attend this event.

  5k 10k 21k Run Walk

  Forrestal Road, Bethesda, Maryland, 20818, United States
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• Carderock 5k, 10k, & Half [bishopsevents.com] [Register at raceroster.com]
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  Sat, May 02, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  Come enjoy the fast and flat courses at Carderock Recreation Area. They are perfect for PRs!

  Walkers are welcome to attend this event.

  5k 10k 21k Run Walk

  Forrestal Road, Bethesda, Maryland, 20818, United States
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• Dash Through the Dirt 5k, 10k, & Half [bishopsevents.com] [Register at raceroster.com]
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  Sat, May 16, 2026 at 7:00 AM

  Description

  Come enjoy the fast and flat courses at Carderock Recreation Area. They are perfect for PRs!

  Walkers are welcome to attend this event.

  5k 10k 21k Run Walk

  Forrestal Road, Bethesda, Maryland, 20818, United States
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• MCRRC Run Aware 5K [mcrrc.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, May 17, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Welcome to the NON-MEMBER registration page for the MCRRC Run Aware XC!

  This page may also be used to sign up to volunteer - please see the "volunteer" tab to the left.

  This race is part of our free, low-key series for members. Please refer to the "Low-Key Race Entry Procedure" on our website for more information.

  5k Run

  Bethesda, Maryland, 20816, United States
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• Cavalier 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  We hope you can join us for the Cavalier 5K & 1K! The races will be held at The Heights with the 5K start and the finish on campus. The 1K is entirely on campus.

  These races are open to all Heights...

  We hope you can join us for the Cavalier 5K & 1K! The races will be held at The Heights with the 5K start and the finish on campus. The 1K is entirely on campus.

  These races are open to all Heights alumni, parents, and students as well as their family and friends. Please register in advance. Registration includes participation in the timed race, an official shirt, and the cookout afterwards.

  Want to bring the whole family? Multi-person pricing is available- $65 for 3+ registrants. Scroll the bottom of the sign-up form to select multi-person and register additional runners. All runners must be registered. When register multiple runners it will give you the option to choose the 5K or the 1K for each.

  Non-runners are welcome to come cheer and join in the cookout. Volunteer opportunities are available as well! Email Andrew Rowedder '09 to learn more.

  1k 3.1 Miles 5k Run

  10400 Seven Locks Rd, Bethesda, Maryland, 20854, United States
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• Carderock Charge 5k, 10k, & Half [bishopsevents.com] [Register at raceroster.com]
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  Sun, Sep 06, 2026 at 6:30 AM

  Description

  Come enjoy the fast and flat courses at Carderock Recreation Area. They are perfect for PRs!

  Walkers are welcome to attend this event.

  5k 10k 21k Run Walk

  Forrestal Road, Bethesda, Maryland, 20818, United States
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• Parks Half Marathon [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 6:45 AM

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  Welcome to the MCRRC Parks Half Marathon!

  The race begins just before sunrise, at 6:45 AM, on a scenic Montgomery County road and quickly transitions into a tour of beautiful Rock Creek Park. As you...

  Welcome to the MCRRC Parks Half Marathon!

  The race begins just before sunrise, at 6:45 AM, on a scenic Montgomery County road and quickly transitions into a tour of beautiful Rock Creek Park. As you run through the park, you’ll experience the sun rising through the tree cover and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Mile markers help keep you on track, and we also have an excellent pace team ready to help you reach your goals.

  Our thoughtfully placed hydration stations, complete with awesome volunteers, will keep you hydrated and motivated.

  Everyone always loves our FREE, high-quality race photos, so be sure to wear a smile along the course because we will have photographers along the way capturing race memories.

  At the finish, catch up with your friends to exchange race stories at our Finish Festival.

  13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run

  Metro Overpass, Bethesda, Maryland, 20850, United States
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• MCRRC Cabin John Kids' Run [mcrrc.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  ALERT: THIS PAGE HAS BEEN SET UP FOR VOLUNTEER REGISTRATIONS ONLY!

  If you found this page in error, and are trying to register for the Cabin John Kids' Run, please visit the MCRRC Youth Series Registration Page HERE.

  Kids Run

  Bethesda, Maryland, 20816, United States
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• Freedom is Never Free 5k, 10k, & Half [bishopsevents.com] [Register at raceroster.com]
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  Sun, Nov 08, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  Description

  Come enjoy the fast and flat courses at Carderock Recreation Area. They are perfect for PRs!

  Walkers and strollers are welcome to attend this event.

  5k 10k 21k Run Walk

  Forrestal Road, Bethesda, Maryland, 20818, United States
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