Gare di 10K vicino a Laurel

La seconda edizione si svolge a Druid Hill Park, un parco pubblico storico. Il percorso segue sentieri alberati e spazi verdi aperti, con segnaletica chiara e volontari. Sono inclusi una medaglia a tema, risultati con chip, e foto della gara gratuite. I volontari ti daranno indicazioni e incoraggiamento.

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 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 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 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.

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 Fall City Views 5k & 10k begins at Jones Point in Alexandria, Virginia. The 10K starts at 7:45 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:00 AM. This road race offers two distances along the Potomac River, directly opposite Washington, DC. The route departs from Jones Point, tracing the river and providing runners with views of the DC skyline from the Virginia bank. Walkers and strollers are permitted, welcoming participants who are not solely focused on race times. The event supports Semper Fi & America's Fund.

The Sole Circle - Harbor Heroes 5K/10K is a run-and-walk event in Oxon Hill, Maryland, offering both 5K and 10K distances. The start line is located at 100 MGM National Ave, close to the National Harbor. The course runs along the harbor front, providing a waterfront route instead of a typical park loop. This race recognizes U.S. veterans, with a portion of each registration fee benefiting The Greenwell Foundation. It is designed for runners, walkers, and spectators, welcoming all participants, not just competitive racers.