Schaeffer Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Trail Run
Schaeffer Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Trail Run is a trail running and running race on November 7, 2026 in Germantown, MD, with entry fees from $45 to $75.
- Date
- November 7, 2026 (107 days to go)
- Price
- $45–$75
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
Schaeffer Farms has some of the best singletrack around and we stage the race at a beautiful private farm. You are going to LOVE this race venue and course!! Schaeffer is located in Germantown, MD and is an easy drive from anywhere around the DMV on race morning.
Race Date: Saturday November 7, 2026
Course Length: 13.5 miles (HM+), 6.7 miles (10K++), 3.7 miles (5K+)
Charity partnership
During registration, you will have an opportunity to support a local non-profit Interfaith Works. The goal of the charity partnership is to first and foremost to raise awareness of the services that IW provides to families in our area. In addition, we hope to raise funds that will directly support their efforts. Please consider making a donation when you register.
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
59°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rockville 1 Ne, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Germantown, MD
City Elevation
395 ft
Nearest Airport
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 19 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Schaeffer Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Trail Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
107
Days to train
- Race
- Schaeffer Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Trail Run
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
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Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Germantown than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Schaeffer Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Trail Run
Nov 7, 2026