THE ZACHING RUNNING FESTIVAL

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · Ellicott City, MD

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Event	Distance	Start	Price now
5K	–	8:30 AM	$75.00
10K	–	8:30 AM	$85.00
1 Mile Walk (SOLD OUT)	–	8:30 AM	–

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The Zaching Running Festival Run for a Cause. Every Step Makes a Difference. Saturday, November 21. 2026 Join us for the Annual Zaching Running Festival benefitting the ZACHING AGAINST CANCER FOUNDATION at beautiful Turf Valley Towne Square/Turf Valley Resort and experience one of Maryland's premier running events—all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families. Whether you're a seasoned runner chasing a personal best, walking with friends and family, or participating in honor or memory of someone touched by cancer, your miles have a purpose. Choose from our 10K, 5K, or 1-Mile Walk and enjoy a scenic course through Turf Valley followed by an unforgettable finish line celebration. Your registration includes: Professionally timed 5K & 10K races Scenic Turf Valley course Race T-shirt (10K and 5K only) (Premium Deadline has passed) Best Post Race Party in Howard County Join us for the ultimate post-race celebration featuring: • Live Music with Misspent Youth • Food including Oysters, Pizza, and crowd favorite Easy Street Tacos • Beer Garden • Bloody Marys Every dollar raised benefits the Zaching Against Cancer Foundation, helping provid…

e financial assistance through the Little Things for Cancer Program, transportation to treatment, groceries, utility assistance, prescription co-pays, and other vital services that ease the burden of cancer for families throughout Maryland. At Zaching Against Cancer, we believe that Strength, Courage, Determination, and Hope can change lives. When you participate in the Zaching Running Festival, you're not just crossing a finish line—you're helping someone facing cancer take the next step in their journey. Run with purpose. Walk with hope. Make every step count. We can't wait to see you at the starting line!

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