Long Branch 5K Fun Run & Walk
Long Branch 5K Fun Run & Walk is a running race on November 8, 2026 in Silver Spring, MD, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- November 8, 2026 (57 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Long Branch 5K Fun Run & Walk
📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026 • ⏰ 8:00 AM
📍 Long Branch Garland Park
8601 Garland Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20901
The Long Branch 5K Fun Run & Walk is a family-friendly community event that brings together runners, walkers, neighbors, families, and local businesses for a morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit. Proceeds support Long Branch Main Street, the Long Branch Business League, and the annual Long Branch Festival, one of our favorite community traditions.
Whether you're aiming for a personal best, walking with friends, pushing a stroller, or simply enjoying a beautiful morning in the neighborhood, there's a place for everyone at the Long Branch 5K.
🌟 New This Year!
We listened to your feedback and made some exciting updates for 2026!
- 🏃 Updated Course Route
This year's course will run along Kennebec Ave. instead of Houston Ave. Check out the course map below for details. - 🏅 New Masters Division (50+)
We're excited to add a Masters Division for participants age 50 and over. - 👟 New Largest Team Prize
The Long Branch 5K is even better with friends! Rally your family, coworkers, neighbors, walking group, or running club. The largest registered team will win a gift card to enjoy at our Post-Race Victory Brunch.
Grab your friends, lace up your sneakers, and join us at the starting line!
🎉 Packet Pick-Up Party
Get race weekend started early!
Join us at El Golfo Restaurant on Thursday, November 5, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM to pick up your race packet and long-sleeve shirt, meet fellow participants, and enjoy Happy Hour and dinner specials.
El Golfo Restaurant
8739 Flower Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20901
☀️ Race Morning Information
The Fun Run & Walk begins promptly at 8:00 AM at Long Branch Garland Park.
If you've already picked up your packet, head straight to the starting line and get ready for a fun morning with the community! Onsite registration and packet pickup will be available beginning at 7:00 AM for anyone who still needs to check in.
We recommend arriving by 7:30 AM to give yourself plenty of time before the event begins.
Getting Here
Participants are encouraged to walk to the event if possible.
Parking is available at:
Long Branch Community Center
8700 Piney Branch Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20901
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Awards from local Long Branch businesses will be presented to:
- Top 3 Overall Women
Top 3 Overall Men
Top 3 Masters (50+)
Top 3 Kids (13 & Under)
Plus, don't forget our prize for the largest registered team!
🍳 Post-Race Fun & Victory Brunch
Keep the fun going after the race!
Join friends, family, neighbors, and fellow participants at El Gavilan Restaurant beginning at 9:30 AM for our Post-Race Victory Brunch.
Enjoy favorites including Huevos Rancheros, Breakfast Pupusas, French Toast, Mimosas, Micheladas, and more while you celebrate your accomplishment and connect with the community.
El Gavilan Restaurant
8805 Flower Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20901
Walk. Run. Celebrate Community. Support Long Branch. ❤️
We can't wait to see you on November 8! Grab your friends, build a team, and join us for a fun-filled morning in Long Branch.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
60°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beltsville, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Silver Spring, MD
City Elevation
330 ft
Nearest Airport
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Long Branch 5K Fun Run & Walk
- Date
- November 8, 2026
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Long Branch 5K Fun Run & Walk
Nov 8, 2026