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The MoCo CARES Charity Race begins at 7503 Muncaster Mill Road in Gaithersburg, Maryland, offering 1.6 km, 5 km, and 10 km distances. This local charity run, organized by So What Else and Covenant Life School, focuses on fundraising for local charities and assisting children and families in need throughout Montgomery County. The course features short-distance paths arranged by volunteers, including a route similar to a 1-mile run and a 5K route. Local families, businesses, volunteers, and Companies Who CARE participate in the event. Capital Youth Outreach Club collaborates with So What Else for service support. Volunteers manage the event's logistics, such as setting up signs and booths, encouraging runners, ensuring children's safety, participating in a post-race service project, and assisting with cleanup. Formerly known as the LaunchCARES Charity Race, it originated as a small community gathering before growing into a county-wide initiative aimed at combating hunger.

The Westminster Haunted 5K & 10K is a Halloween-themed road race held at 739 Tahoma Farm Road in Westminster, Maryland. The race begins at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup is available starting 30 minutes before the race and closes 10 minutes prior to the start. Registration must be completed via RunSignup before race day; no on-site registration will be offered. Both the 5K and 10K events follow an out-and-back course. The 5K route is completed twice, and the 10K route is completed four times. All participants have a 2-hour time limit. Medals are awarded to finishers, and race merchandise can be purchased from the event shop. The best costume award adds a Halloween element beyond the event's name. The race also contributes points to the US Road Running series, attracting participants who are accumulating series results alongside local runners participating in a themed event.

Freedom's Run ties its races to places where Civil War history is part of the ground underfoot: Harpers Ferry, Antietam, and the surrounding region. The series includes a May Harpers Ferry Half & 5K and an October Freedom's Run event, with distances ranging from a full marathon and half marathon to a 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Run. The Harpers Ferry races run inside Harpers Ferry National Park, while the longer Freedom's Run routes connect runners with historic sites in and around the area. One runner remembered entering Antietam in cold rain, with mist rising from wet earth and the field going quiet as the group ran together. The series also links to Two Rivers Treads, a local running store with a foot-first approach to shoes and gait, and it raises money for a community grant fund supporting local health and community projects.

The Tie Dye Run takes place on a fall morning in Hagerstown, Maryland, starting at 17805 Oak Ridge Drive. Participants can choose from three distances: a 5K run/walk, a 10K run/walk, and a Family Fun Walk/Run. This setup accommodates both competitive runners aiming for a personal best and families seeking a shared activity. The family event begins earlier, with the 5K and 10K starting later in the morning after participants have checked in. The event is in its third year and benefits Compassion International, with all proceeds directed to the charity. Awards are presented to the top male and female finishers in the 5K and 10K, as well as to winners in various age groups, from youth categories up to 70 and older. Registration fees vary based on the chosen distance; the 10K is the most expensive, the family event is the least costly, and prices increase after the early registration period closes.

The Fall Classic 10K is a running race held in Ashburn, Virginia, with its start and finish at One Loudoun. The 10K begins at 8:00 a.m. on Exchange Street, directly before the Plaza at One Loudoun. A virtual 10K is also available for participants who prefer to complete the distance independently. Potomac River Running is the organizer of this race, guiding participants through Ashburn neighborhoods instead of utilizing a stadium or trail-only route. Having completed seven editions, the event suits runners seeking a simple, local 10K that includes an in-person start, a neighborhood course, and a virtual option for the same distance.

The Ghostly Grapes 5k & 10k is a fall trail run and walk held at Two Twisted Posts Winery & Tavern in Purcellville, Virginia. Participants select either a 5K or 10K distance, with both courses utilizing the winery's property and nearby trails by Short Hill Mountain. BISHOP'S EVENTS organizes the run, which accommodates both walkers and runners in a relaxed atmosphere. The start and finish lines are located at the winery on Harpers Ferry Road, leading participants back to post-run food, beer, music, and wine. A complimentary glass of wine is included after the run. The Ghostly Grapes theme incorporates costumes, awards, and race shirts. The event also supports a charity, and early registration provides a reduced fee.

The Rockville 10K/5K is a fall road race in Rockville, Maryland, offering both 10K and 5K distances. The courses follow the streets of the King Farm community, designed to accommodate a wide range of participants, not exclusively competitive club racers. The City of Rockville organizes the event with MCRRC, the Montgomery County Road Runners Club. Proceeds benefit the City of Rockville Recreation Fund, supporting individuals who may have difficulty affording city recreation programs. Contributions to the fund are tax deductible.

The Friends of Cunningham Falls and Gambrill State Parks 10K-5K and Fun Run/Walk is a race held in Thurmont, Maryland, starting at Cunningham Falls State Park near William Houck Drive. This fall event includes a 10K, a 5K, and a Fun Run/Walk, along with a Tot Trot for children. The 5K route accommodates strollers, making the day suitable for families and casual runners, as well as those aiming for a personal best. The course stays within the state park, avoiding city streets. Participants have the option to camp in the park the night before through the Camp-and-Run package, placing them near the start line for the next morning. Proceeds benefit the Friends of Cunningham Falls and Gambrill State Parks. Local businesses and running enthusiasts are also invited to sponsor the race, whether they participate or not.

The Gobbler 5K & 10K is a morning road race in Westminster, Maryland. Both distances begin at 8:00 AM. Runners select either a 5K or a 10K. Registration must be completed online via RunSignup prior to race day; no on-site registration is available. Packet pickup is available in a brief pre-race window, opening 30 minutes before the start and closing 10 minutes prior. The course features a short out-and-back segment. 5K participants complete this segment twice, while 10K participants complete it four times. A two-hour course time limit is in effect. This makes the 10K suitable for trained runners and still achievable for prepared first-time participants. All finishers get medals. Awards will be presented, and runners can accumulate series points. A best costume award provides a festive Thanksgiving-season element.

The Schaeffer series is a trail-running event by EX2 Adventures held in Maryland and Virginia. It offers three race distances: a half marathon, a 10K, and a 5K trail run. This event is designed for runners seeking a trail experience over a road race. The format provides participants with a choice between a longer trail effort, a middle-distance run, and a shorter option. EX2 Adventures also organizes adventure racing and triathlon events, placing the series within the region's wider outdoor endurance calendar.