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Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk

Date
September 5, 2026
Distance
Kentlands Lakelands 5k · Tot Trot - 200 meters · Kids Dash 500 meters

From the Organizer

This is the 33rd running of the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run, Walk, and Kid’s Fun Runs.  The 5K course winds through the beautiful Lakelands and Kentlands neighborhoods before heading down Main Street to the finish line. Every 5K registration comes with a Dri-Fit crew neck race shirt (men's, women's, and kid's sizes available). Enjoy our post-race Merchant's Expo area while meeting with your friends and family!

Live entertainment on the course - local bands set up along the course to delight participants and spectators alike, making what is already a spirited and fun event even livelier! The event finishes with the awards ceremony, team awards (lots of family options), and raffle items donated by local merchants. Cash prizes for the top three male and female finishers.

Kids runs includes two distances - 200 and 500 meters! Cotton t-shirt, designed by a local child resident, with each Fun Run registration and a Kids area for a fun time after their event.

Please support our charities by signing up and donating if you can. When you support the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, you support all 14 community programs of the Kentlands Community Foundation — fueling arts, culture, education, and volunteerism throughout our community. Our charities also include the City of Gaithersburg Dolores Swoyer Camp Scholarship Fund, Gaithersburg HELP, Mercy Health Clinic, Maryland Senior Olympics, in addition to the Kentlands Community Foundation. 

 

 

Distances & Pricing

Kentlands Lakelands 5k8:30 AMRegister →
Tot Trot - 200 meters8 AMRegister →
Kids Dash 500 meters8 AMRegister →

Race Location

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk?
Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk is a running event held in Gaithersburg, MD. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk?
Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Gaithersburg, MD at 506 Main Street, Gaithersburg, MD. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk

Sep 5, 2026

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