10K versenyek Olney közelében

A második alkalommal Druid Hill Parkban futunk, Baltimore egyik legszebb parkjában. A pálya fás ösvények és nyitott zöldterületek között halad, jól jelölve, és a marsallok segítik a versenyzőket. A célban egy témás érem vár, chipmérés és ingyenes futóképek is lesznek. A marsallok nem csak irányítanak, de motiválnak is. A futás októberben lesz, így valószínűleg kellemes, hűvös időjárás várható. A 5K és 10K távok mindketten jó választás, ha egy gyors, de nem túl hosszú versenyt keresel. A parkban sokan futnak edzésen is, így a pálya jól ismert a helyi futóknak.

Racin’ to Beat Cancer offers a 5K, 10K, and half marathon at Burke Lake Park. This event welcomes more than just runners; walkers are encouraged, strollers are permitted, and a virtual run option is available for those unable to attend in person. The event features chip timing, and all participants receive a finisher’s medal and a technical event shirt. The race supports We Rock Cancer, a charity assisting individuals impacted by cancer.

The Fall Foliage 5k & 10k begins at Constitution Park in Waynesboro, Virginia, during the autumn leaf season. Participants can select either a 5k or a 10k, accommodating those seeking a brief community run and those preferring a longer morning race. The route winds through Waynesboro neighborhoods and follows the South River Greenway, featuring autumn colors and fallen leaves. Aid stations are provided, participants receive a race-day shirt, and a food-and-drink gathering follows the finish. The Fall Foliage Art Festival, featuring artists nationwide, takes place downtown the same weekend.

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.

The Westover 5k & 10k is a flat road race held at Bluemont Park on North Manchester Street in Arlington, Virginia. Participants can select either the 5K or the 10K. The event is suited for those seeking a low-pressure local race instead of a complex destination event. The course winds through the park setting near 601 N Manchester St, with both distances described as flat. Walkers and strollers are permitted, allowing families, casual participants, and runners using the 5K or 10K for a steady effort to join. Virtual entries are also available, with choices for a medal, a shirt, both, or neither. Registration employs tiered pricing that adjusts based on entry periods.

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 Fort Hunt Park 5k & 10k are road races held within Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, Virginia. They begin in the park area off Fort Hunt Road. Participants select either a 5 km or 10 km distance. This event is part of the broader running schedule in the D.C. area. The course is a flat loop within the park, suitable for new runners, consistent club runners, and those seeking a relaxed local race. Bishop Events manages registration for this event, as they do for many smaller races in the region.

The Hot Cider Hustle - Washington D.C. 5K & 10K is a fall race held at National Harbor, Maryland. Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K race, both starting at 137 National Plaza. The event takes place in November and marks the 9th annual running. It follows a standard cold-weather road-race format, not a long-distance challenge. The course specifics are minimal, but the structure is straightforward: runners select either the 5K or the 10K at National Harbor. The race's character comes from its post-race offerings. Every finisher receives a mug, apple cider, a caramel apple, and official race merchandise as part of their registration.