DC Area Kids' Run

The 25th Anniversary Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run, Walk and Kid’s Fun Runs will take place on Saturday, September 1st starting with the kids runs at 8 a.m. on Main Street near the Kentlands/Lakelands Market Square Plaza and followed by the 5k at 8:30 a.m.
The kids events for children under 14 come in 2 sizes – either the 200 m Tot Trot or 500 m Kids Dash and start at 8:00 a.m., but come early to meet everyone and walk to the start. Based on number of runners there may be more than one start for each event.
This USATF certified 5K course winds and rolls through the new urbanist communities of Kentlands and Lakelands of Gaithersburg, giving participants the chance to experience the unique design of these award-winning neighborhoods. Modest hills make the course somewhat challenging, but not difficult for novice runners and walkers. The course also features live entertainment and two (2) water stops along the way!

We are thrilled to announce the Courage to Run 5K, the nation’s first nonpartisan run and walk that celebrates the rising wave of women getting civically active and running for office. It also elevates the mindset, endurance and heartfelt vision needed to be healthy and lead effectively in civic life today.

Sunday, September 16, 2018
Historic Congressional Cemetery

The run and walk (your choice!) is a 5K chip-timed, USATF-certified course is in the Historic Congressional Cemetery and along the Anacostia River trail. First race starts at 8AM with a big finish-line party with yummy eats and treats, inspirational speakers, DJs and music, raffle and civic fair to follow.

Proceeds benefit 11 diverse organizations that support women’s leadership development.