Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Running events in Maryland
21 verified events (5 confirmed dates) and 60 races in Maryland with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events215 confirmed dates
Competitions60Races & courses
Distances5 - 50 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
JFK 50 Mile
Boonsboro, United States
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
50 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Cambridge Half Marathon
Cambridge, United States
November 7, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
We Got Your Six Marathon & Half Marathon
White Plains, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Baltimore running Festival
Baltimore, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km27 km21.1 km10 km+1
City RunPoint-to-Point
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Pirate 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
Cedars, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Public ParkNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
SBY Marathon
Salisbury, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Lock 2 Lock Marathon
Williamsport, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | JFK 50 Mile | Boonsboro, Maryland, US | Trail Running | 50 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 | Cambridge Half Marathon | Cambridge, Maryland, US | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | We Got Your Six Marathon & Half Marathon | White Plains, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Baltimore running Festival | Baltimore, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km27 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Pirate 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon | Cedars, Maryland, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | SBY Marathon | Salisbury, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Lock 2 Lock Marathon | Williamsport, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Chestertown Challenge | Chestertown, Maryland, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | BRRC NCR Marathon & Half Marathon | Glencoe, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Naptown Half Marathon & 10K | Annapolis, Maryland, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Dundalk Half Marathon & 10k |  Dundalk, Leinster, IE | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Maryland (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 21 public events and 60 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include West Ocean City, Boonsboro, Cambridge, and White Plains. Notable events in the selection include Ocean City Running Festival, JFK 50 Mile, and Cambridge Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 5 km to 50 km, reaching up to +1,300 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Maryland includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Maryland?
RunningCompass currently lists 21 verified events with 60 individual races in Maryland. A total of 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Ocean City Running Festival, JFK 50 Mile, and Cambridge Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Maryland?
Events in Maryland focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 50 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include West Ocean City, Boonsboro, Cambridge, and White Plains.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Maryland?
The most selective courses in Maryland climb up to +1,300 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Maryland?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.