Running is one of the easiest ways to stay fit without breaking the bank. With plenty of parks, trails, and tracks in District of Columbia, you'll be burning off the calories in no time. Here are some excellent places to go for a jog near Washington, DC.

Upcoming 5Ks, 10Ks, Marathons and more Near Washington DC

Morgan’s Message Color Run/Walk 5K

Sunday, May 19, 2024
Prince Frederick, MD
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Girls on the Run 5K

Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 8:00am
Anacostia Park
Washington, DC
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Run Aware 5K

Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 8:00am
Cabin John Regional Park
Bethesda, MD
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The Poplar Spring Run

Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 8:00am
Wheaton Regional Park
Wheaton, MD
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Go Gray in May MD 5K Walk/Run/Ride

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 8:00am
Glenn Dale, MD
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Baltimore and Annapolis Trail Parkrun

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 9:00am
Pasadena, MD
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College Park Parkrun

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 9:00am
Paint Branch Trail
College Park, MD
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Leakin Park Parkrun

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 9:00am
Baltimore, MD
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Kensington parkrun

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 9:00am
Rock Creek Trail
Bethesda, MD
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Roosevelt Island DC Parkrun

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 9:00am
Roosevelt Island
Arlington, VA
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Spring Georgetown Memorial 5k and Half

Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 7:30am
Georgetown
Washington, DC
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Muddy Princess 5k Obstacle Mud Run For Women

Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 8:00am
Wicomico Motorsports Park
Charlotte Hall, MD
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Ringing In Hope: A Salute To Our Troops

Monday, May 27, 2024 at 8:00am
Christian Fellowship Church
Ashburn, VA
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