Events in Kensington, Maryland | 2026-2027

Holy Redeemer Cardinal 5K and Half-Mile Fun Run [cardinal5k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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Welcome to the registration page for the Holy Redeemer Cardinal 5K and Fun Run!

Every other spring, the Cardinal 5K and Half Mile Fun Run take place. On the morning of the race, hundreds of runners...

Welcome to the registration page for the Holy Redeemer Cardinal 5K and Fun Run!

Every other spring, the Cardinal 5K and Half Mile Fun Run take place. On the morning of the race, hundreds of runners of all ages gather at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church parking lot and set out to enjoy a scenic swing through Rock Creek Park and the Rock Creek Highlands neighborhood. The course challenges runners to tackle "The Hill" on Cedar Lane before turning back into the Holy Redeemer neighborhood. Shortly after the 5K runners depart, the Half Mile Fun Run (or walk!) begins for the young racers. All the kids win and receive a medal! After the races, the post-race party takes place in the Church parking lot and includesrefreshments and entertainment for the whole family. The event benefits Holy Redeemer Catholic School.

5k Fun Run Run Walk
Kensington, Maryland, 20895, United States
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Kensington 8K [kensington8k.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 7:45 AM

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Fun and Fast for 33 Years

Since 1994, the Kensington 8K Race has been a favorite DC area fall race - a fun, fast event with beauty, challenge, and excitement. Run it this year on September 19, 2026!...

Fun and Fast for 33 Years

Since 1994, the Kensington 8K Race has been a favorite DC area fall race - a fun, fast event with beauty, challenge, and excitement. Run it this year on September 19, 2026!

Our Community Event

Known throughout the DC area as a true community race - parents and kids cheering on each other and welcomed visitors running through Kensington and Rock Creek Park.

Benefits Local Schools

Eight local schools - Kensington Parkwood ES, North Bethesda MS, Silver Creek MS, and Walter Johnson HS, plus now North Chevy Chase ES, Oakland Terrace ES, Rock View ES, and Rosemary Hills ES - benefit from race net proceeds, with more than $350,000 raised since 2009!

1k 2 Miles 8k Run
3710 Mitchell St, Kensington, Maryland, 20895, United States
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2 running, fun run, and walking events in Kensington, Maryland