Upcoming Races in College Park, Maryland 2026

Written By: Jeremy N

If you are looking for races in College Park, Maryland, you have come to the right place. College Park has a growing running scene with 5 races listed in our directory, including 2 upcoming events in 2026. Whether you are lacing up for your first 5K or chasing a new personal record, there is something here for every runner.

Upcoming Races in College Park, Maryland

Here is a look at the top upcoming races in College Park this year. We update our listings weekly so you always have the most current information.

BLS 5k Brunch Run

Date: September 5, 2026

Distance: 5K

Get ready to run with purpose at this Labor Day weekend 5K in College Park, MD, where participants help close the nutrition gap for children during weekends and summers when school meals aren’t available. Read full details →

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Level The Playing Field : Run, Walk & Roll 5K

Date: October 4, 2026

Distance: 5K

Get ready to celebrate inclusion at this fun 5K in College Park, MD where you can run, walk, or roll alongside a community that believes everyone deserves to thrive! Read full details →

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Why Run in College Park?

Running events in College Park offer a mix of community fun runs, charity 5Ks, and competitive road races throughout the year. The local running community is active and welcoming to runners of all levels — from first-timers to seasoned racers. Many of these events benefit local charities and organizations, making race day about more than just your finish time.

Find More Races in Maryland

College Park is just one part of a thriving Maryland running scene. If you want to explore more events across the state, check out our full race listings for Maryland — we track every upcoming running event from 1 mile fun runs to full marathons.

Get Ready to Race

Found a race you want to run? The next step is making sure you are properly trained for it. Whether you are a first-timer aiming to finish or a veteran chasing a PR, having the right training plan makes all the difference.

Take our free 3-question training plan quiz and get matched to the right plan for your fitness level in under a minute. We will send it straight to your inbox so you can start training today.

Good luck out there — see you at the finish line in College Park!

Hi, Jeremy Here, 

I am the the guy behind Train for a 5K. On this site, I share everything that learned along my running journey. The content I create is the running training I wish I had before we started this journeyAbout Jeremy. 

I have run over 250 races including the California International Marathon, Clarksburg Country Run, and various other 5K & 10K races throughout the United States. I am a former Athletics department employee at University of the Pacific and Shoe Consultant with Dicks Sporting Goods

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