Tucked away in the suburbs of Washington, D.C., the Frederick Running Festival is one of the hidden gems of the running community. 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.
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Race Info
There are 7 aid stations on the course, each stocked with water and Gatorade. Select locations will also offer fruit, salty snacks, and various flavored HUMA Gels. Each aid station will have at least one porta-potty and a Self Help Kit with basic runner amenities.
All finishers will receive a commemorative race medal. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female runners and to the top male and female masters’ runners based on gun time. There is no duplication of prizes.
Each runner will enjoy a free web-sized digital download to show off their accomplishment online.
Race Date
May 3-4, 2025.
Location
Frederick Fairgrounds
797 E Patrick St
Frederick, MD 21701 US
Directions
Distances
- Half marathon
- 2-person relay
- 5K
- Nut Job Challenge (Half & 5K)
- Kids fun run
Starting Time
- May 4, 7:00 AM – half marathon
- May 4, 7:00 AM – 2-person relay
- May 3, 4:00 PM – Kids Fun Run
- May 3 5:00 PM – 5K
Entry Fees
- $104 and up – half marathon
- $131 and up – 2-person relay
- $43 and up – 5K
- $142 and up – Nut Job Challenge (Half & 5K)
- $22 and up – Kids Fun Run
Course Map
You can find the course map and description here: frederickrunfest.com. The half marathon course has the USA Track & Field (USATF) Course Certification.
Registration
Sign up for the race at runsignup.com.
Official Race Website
Additional race information can be found at frederickrunfest.com.
Social Media
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Related Events
If you’re looking for more races like this, have a look at our Half Marathons Calendar. You may also like to participate in other races in May.
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