What race distances can I run in Baltimore?
Baltimore has 5K (28), 10K (4), Half Marathon (4), Marathon (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Baltimore, Maryland
Upcoming running races in and near Baltimore, Maryland - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
38 upcoming races · 21 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Baltimore races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Wed, Jul 15, 2026Ladies Night Track 2026 Session 2 Baltimore, MDFrom $88Register Wed, Aug 12, 2026BRRC Beginner/Intermediate 5K Training Program Baltimore, MDFreeDetails Thu, Sep 10, 2026Stop Waiting for Race Day Baltimore, MDFreeRegister Sat, Sep 12, 2026Mueveton + BabyFest 5K Baltimore, MDFreeDetails Sun, Sep 13, 2026GRO 5K Baltimore, MDFreeRegister Sat, Sep 19, 2026Little Sisters of the Poor NUN RUN 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk Baltimore, MDFrom $55Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Rep Your Run Crew Baltimore, MDFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Sowebo Gateway 5K (formerly Sowebo Landmark 5K) Baltimore, MDFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Johns Hopkins Children's Center Miracles in Motion Baltimore, MDFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Baltimore Baltimore, MDFrom $60Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Baltimore Men's Wellness Day Committee 5K Baltimore, MDFreeRegister Sun, Sep 27, 202616th Annual Run Wild for Autism 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run & Walk Baltimore, MDFrom $60Details Sat, Oct 10, 202613th ANNUAL AWE INSPIRING 5K Baltimore, MDFrom $50Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Baltimore Running Festival Baltimore, MDFrom $70Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Run Baltimore with Team AIMS Baltimore, MDFrom $50Details Sat, Oct 17, 20262026 Baltimore Running Festival Baltimore, MDFrom $70Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Charles Ian Joseph Baltimore, MDFrom $150Register Sun, Oct 18, 2026Baltimore Empower Walk & 5K Run Baltimore, MDFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 202633rd Annual Cardinal Cup 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run Baltimore, MDFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Ready, Set, SNIFF! 5K at BARCStoberfest Baltimore, MDFrom $50Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Believe In Tomorrow Port to Fort 6K 2026 Baltimore, MDFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Retriever 5k Dawg Chase and Fun Run Baltimore, MDFreeDetails Sat, Oct 24, 2026$5 5K Series: 2026 Zombie Zoom Baltimore, MDPricing TBARegister Sat, Nov 7, 2026Sprint for Spat Baltimore, MDFrom $45Details Fri, Nov 13, 20262026 BIAMD Scarecrow Classic 5k and 1 Mile Walk Baltimore, MDFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026$5 5K Series: 2026 Turkey Trot Baltimore, MDPricing TBARegister Sun, Nov 15, 2026Zoo Zoom - Run with the Herd 5K Baltimore, MDFrom $50Details Sat, Dec 5, 20262026 Jingle Bell Run Baltimore, MDFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026$5 5K Series: 2026 Reindeer Run Baltimore, MDPricing TBARegister Sat, Dec 12, 2026Celtic Solstice Five-Miler Baltimore, MDFrom $80Details Fri, Jan 1, 2027Resolution Run 2027 Baltimore, MDFrom $40Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Cupid's Chase 5K Baltimore Baltimore, MDFrom $40Details Sun, Mar 14, 2027Altra Kelly Benefits St. Patrick's Day Shamrock 5K Baltimore, MDFrom $45Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Races for the Oasis 5K & Fun Run Baltimore, MDFrom $10Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Earth Day 5K & Fun Run Baltimore, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 24, 2027Altra Sole of the City 10K Baltimore, MDFrom $75Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Baltimore 10 Miler Baltimore, MDFrom $75Details Sun, Jun 27, 2027MedStar Health Baltimore Women's Classic 5K Baltimore, MDFrom $40Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Baltimore
When is race season in Baltimore?
October is the busiest month for races in Baltimore, with 11 of the 38, followed by September with 10. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Baltimore?
18 of the 38 races in Baltimore already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Baltimore races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 21 races in Baltimore with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:48, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Baltimore?
Browse Baltimore run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.