The 16th annual Annapolis RUN for The Light House provides scenic HALF MARATHON, 5k, and WALK routes along the trails of Quiet Waters Park and through the beautiful Chesapeake Bay-front community of Hillsmere Shores. This race event is unlike any other in the greater Annapolis area!

All proceeds from the RUN for The Light House will benefit The Light House in Annapolis, a well-known public charity working to end the cycle of homelessness and poverty.


This event showcases one of the most extensive metropolitan parks systems in the country while providing runners with a competitive, top-notch race.

Our race begins just before sunrise on a scenic Montgomery County road and quickly transitions into a tour of beautiful Rock Creek Park. As you run through the park, you’ll experience the sun rising through the tree cover and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Mile markers help keep you on track and we also have an excellent pace team ready to help you reach your goals. Our thoughtfully placed hydration stations, complete with awesome volunteers, will keep you hydrated and motivated. Everyone always loves our FREE, high-quality race photos, so be sure to wear a smile along the course because we will have photographers along the way capturing race memories. At the finish, catch up with your friends to exchange race stories at our Finish Festival.


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