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Running Races in Ellicott City, Maryland

Upcoming running races in and near Ellicott City, Maryland - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.

3 upcoming races · 2 with finish-time stats

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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Ellicott City races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field301 finishersPolice Pace 5K, 10K, & 1 Milerin the 5K

Sun, Sep 20, 2026Police Pace 5K, 10K, & 1 Miler Ellicott City, MD5K10K1 MileFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run Ellicott City, MD5K4K1KFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026THE ZACHING RUNNING FESTIVAL Ellicott City, MDFrom $65Details

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 Jul 27, 2026.

Common Questions About Racing in Ellicott City

How early should I register for a race in Ellicott City?

2 of the 3 races in Ellicott City 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.

Where can I train for a race in Ellicott City?

Browse Ellicott City run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.