When is race season in Towson?
September is the busiest month for races in Towson, with 3 of the 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
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Running Races in Towson, Maryland
Upcoming running races in and near Towson, Maryland - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
4 upcoming races · 3 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Towson races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Sep 5, 2026Altra Charles Street 12 and 2-Person Relay Towson, MDFrom $75Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Jessica Meredith Jacobsen Memorial 5k and Fun Walk Towson, MDFrom $40Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Notre Dame Prep Blazer Dash Scholarship Run Towson, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026BRRC Fall Long Run/Half Marathon Training Group Towson, MDFreeDetails
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 Towson
How early should I register for a race in Towson?
3 of the 4 races in Towson 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 Towson races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 3 races in Towson with published results, the typical median finish is around 32:38, 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 Towson?
Browse Towson run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.