29th
Run + Walk = Fun
April 11, 2026
10K 8:30AM, 5K/Walk 8:45AM
Leonardtown, MD
128
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Children six and under free.

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Events

5K Run, 10K Run, Fun Walk. Something for everyone.

Course subject to change

Race Results


5K

5K Run

One loop through streets of historic Leonardtown, MD.

Pricing
1/1/2026$40
2/1/2026$45
3/1/2026$50
4/11/2026$55
10K

10K Run

One loop stretching around a rural, country road course.

Pricing
1/1/2026$50
2/1/2026$55
3/1/2026$60
4/11/2026$65
Walk

Fun Walk

One loop through streets of historic Leonardtown, MD

Pricing
1/1/2026$40
2/1/2026$45
3/1/2026$50
4/11/2026$55
DC

Defender's Cup

A 5K Run
Team Competition

Pricing
1/1/2026$40
2/1/2026$45
3/1/2026$50
4/11/2026$55

5K Run - 8:45AM

Results

One loop through the streets of beautiful and historic Leonardtown, MD.

Course subject to change

Pricing
1/1/2026$40
2/1/2026$45
3/1/2026$50
4/11/2026$55
5K Run Map
Run Start

5K Run Turn by Turn Directions

  • Leave Start on Leonard Hall Drive
  • Left on Hollywood Road
  • Right on Doctors Crossing Way
  • Right on Miss Bessie Drive
  • Right on Moakley Street
  • Follow to end to turnaround cone
  • Stay straight on Moakley until the next turnaround cone
  • Right on Miss Bessie Drive
  • Left on Doctors Crossing Way
  • Left on Hollywood Road
  • Right on Baldridge
  • Left on Leonard Hall Drive to Finish

10K Run - 8:30AM

Results

One loop stretching around rural, country road course.

Course subject to change

Pricing
1/1/2026$40
2/1/2026$45
3/1/2026$50
4/11/2026$55

Fun Walk - 8:45AM

One loop through the streets of beautiful and historic Leonardtown, MD.

Course subject to change

Pricing
1/1/2026$40
2/1/2026$45
3/1/2026$50
4/11/2026$55

Course Map

Walk Map
Walk Start

Walk Turn by Turn Directions

  • Leave Start on Leonard Hall Drive
  • Left on Hollywood Road
  • Continue Straight on Washington Street
  • Left on Courthouse Drive
  • Right on Camalier Drive
  • Left on Tudor Place
  • Left on Breton Bay Drive
  • Right on Camalier Drive
  • Right on Court House Drive
  • Left on Fenwick Street
  • Right on Washington Street
  • Continue Straight on Hollywood Road
  • Right on Baldridge
  • Left on Leonard Hall Drive to Finish

Defender's Cup

Results

A 5K Run Team Competition.

Pricing
1/1/2026$40
2/1/2026$45
3/1/2026$50
4/11/2026$55

Defender's Cup Trophy

Overview

A tribute to the men and women who work in support of our National Defense. A trophy sponsored by some of the Nations top Defense Contractors – companies that are committed to providing safety and security for our Troops and our Country in an unpredictable world.

Initially born out of appreciation of the Navy’s presence at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Southern Maryland- since its inauguration the Defender’s Cup competition has evolved into a popular and patriotic event competed for by both Military and Civilian teams from all over the region. The Defender’s Cup honors and commemorates the hard work, sacrifice and commitment of the men and women who Protect our Liberty, Guarantee our Freedom, and Safeguard our Future.

The winning Team will have their name and year engraved on a plate which is permanently attached to the trophy. In addition, the winning team is allowed to hold the trophy for one year.

Rules

This 5K Run Team Trophy competition is open to teams comprised of either Active/Retired and/or Reserve/National Guard Duty Military personnel (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard) Department of Defense (DoD) Civil Servants, Defense Contractor Employees and immediate family members who are amateur runners. CAC, military identification, proof of employment and proof of identity for immediate family members will be required for application.

Teams must designate a Captains/POC who should contact the Defender’s Cup Coordinator to register their team for the event.

All teams must have at least 4 participants and there must be (at least) 1 female member per team.

An organization may field multiple teams.

The winning team will be determined by the fastest mean time of the teams top four runners in the 5K run event (must include the female entrant’s time).


5K Run Turn by Turn Directions

  • Leave Start on Leonard Hall Drive
  • Left on Hollywood Road
  • Right on Doctors Crossing Way
  • Right on Miss Bessie Drive
  • Right on Moakley Street
  • Follow to end to turnaround cone
  • Stay straight on Moakley until the next turnaround cone
  • Right on Miss Bessie Drive
  • Left on Doctors Crossing Way
  • Left on Hollywood Road
  • Right on Baldridge
  • Left on Leonard Hall Drive to Finish

Frequently Asked Questions

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Sponsors

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About

A brief history of the Run & Fun Walk.


  • Our Humble Beginnings

    1st March 24, 1996

    Our Humble Beginnings

    The 1st Annual Maryland Day Run & Fun Walk was held on Sunday, March 24, 1996 at St. Mary's Ryken High School.

  • On The Move

    2nd March 22, 1997

    On The Move

    The Run & Fun Walk moves to it's current location at the Governmental Center in Leonardtown.

  • Maryland my Maryland

    3rd March 21, 1998

    Maryland my Maryland

    Third time's the charm.

  • Running like it's 1999

    4th March 28, 1999

    Running like it's 1999

    Maryland my Maryland again...

  • Crabby

    5th March 25, 2000

    Crabby

    No Y2K problems here. Held on Maryland Day.

  • Saturday Evening Post

    6th March 24, 2001

    Saturday Evening Post

    A new 10K run and a Norman Rockwell inspired logo for the 6th Annual Run & Fun Walk.

  • Our True Colors

    7th March 23, 2002

    Our True Colors

    2002 brought a patriotic theme as we remember the events of 9/11 and honor those who were lost.

  • Going The Distance

    8th March 29, 2003

    Going The Distance

    We never run alone.

  • Together

    9th March 27, 2004

    Together

    Running side by side.

  • A New Spring

    10th April 9, 2005

    A New Spring

    The Run & Fun Walk moves to April.

  • A Starfish is Born

    11th April 8, 2006

    A Starfish is Born

    The iconic Starfish logo makes its debut as the official brand of the Run & Fun Walk.

  • The Old Line State

    12th April 21, 2007

    The Old Line State

    Maryland flag inspired colors for this year's theme.

  • Lucky 13

    13th April 18, 2008

    Lucky 13

    Nothing but good luck for the 13th Annual Run & Fun Walk

  • Feeling Fit

    14th April 18, 2009

    Feeling Fit

    Working harder, getting stronger.

  • A Banner Year

    15th April 17, 2010

    A Banner Year

    Finish strong.

  • Golden Event

    16th April 16, 2011

    Golden Event

    The 16th was held on the 16th. We celebrated by hitting the road.

  • Love Is All You Need

    17th April 14, 2012

    Love Is All You Need

    A Beatles inspired theme from the Summer of Love.

  • Award Winning

    18th April 13, 2013

    Award Winning

    We thought we deserved a medal.

  • Carrying The Torch

    19th April 12, 2014

    Carrying The Torch

    Inspired by the Olympics we're going for the gold.

  • Hitting Our Stride

    20th April 11, 2015

    Hitting Our Stride

    Celebrating 20 years.

  • Viva Las Vegas

    21st April 9, 2016

    Viva Las Vegas

    We got lucky with the weather but that's how we roll.

  • Maryland Pride

    22nd April 8, 2017

    Maryland Pride

    Running for Maryland and St. Mary's County.

  • A Wharf with a View

    23rd April 14, 2018

    A Wharf with a View

    Celebrating Leonardtown's Scenic Waterfront

  • Solid Gold

    24th April 13, 2019

    Solid Gold

    That's Gold Jerry! Gold!

  • Silver At Last

    25th April 23, 2022

    Silver At Last

    Better late than never.

  • Moving Forward

    26th April 15, 2023

    Moving Forward

    Back on track.

  • Full speed ahead

    27th April 6, 2024

    Full speed ahead

    Return of the starfish.

  • All systems go...

    28th April 5, 2025

    All systems go...

    Getting better with age.

  • 29 and holding...

    29th April 11, 2026

    29 and holding...

    Join us on April 11th for the 29th Run & Fun Walk.

RunForHospice Logo

Join us for the 29th Run & Fun Walk for Hospice of St. Mary's, taking place on Saturday, April 11, 2026. This event, which includes the following activities: 5K Run, 10K Run, and Fun Walk, has been a staple since its inception in 1996, thanks to the dedication of community volunteers. Over the years, it has expanded significantly, featuring the world-famous brunch, included in your registration.

All proceeds from this event go directly to support Hospice of St. Mary’s, a non-profit organization that offers hospice and bereavement services to the residents of St. Mary’s County and their families. When faced with the challenges of caring for a loved one with a life-limiting illness, difficult decisions arise, including when to consider hospice care. Too often, individuals experience increased symptoms and frequent hospitalizations during declining health, detracting from their quality of life. Hospice offers a compassionate and less stressful alternative, enabling patients to live their remaining time as fully and comfortably as possible.

2025 In Memory Of

Memory Bib

Ray Dean, Ronnie Evans, Walter Gribben, Bobby Lacey, Robin Dunsmoor, Ron Williams, Francis D. Tolson, My mother, Opal Mendez, Rita Younger, Eugene Moats, Ronnie Evans, John Knott, Jerry Clemments, Mike Laney, Ronald Klasmeyer Sr., My sister, Mary Windsor, William "Bill" Griffis, Bobbie Goode, Franklin Hill, Dot Guy, Robert Boles Sr., Pat Riegel, Sharon Weiner and Evelyn Urich, Bruce Caracaus, Gordon Bonnel, Elsa, Virginia Johnson, Charles Toothacker, Jerry Thomas, Ruth Miley, William Griffis, Shelly Ward, Sherry Rubin, Dan Davis, Henrietta Plum, Andrew Rennie, Ada Ammann, Ondras and Nelson Family and friends, Francis Bohanon, Ruth Riggins, All Veterans, Allie Raley, Nellie Harrison, Eleanor Haupt, Aggie Burroughs, Bill & JoAnn McLellan, William Carr, Linda Singleton, Kathleen Bonewitz, Judge Stamm, John and Peggy Burke, Maria Antonia Martinez, Frank Bonnevier, Laura Latham, Jack McAllister, Catherine Louise Quade, William Joseph Price, Helen Anthony, Robin and Alan, Carol Rocheteau, Iva Cain, Larry Taylor, Bong Kook Im, Lois Menard, Doreen McKean, Jameson Miller, Mom, Richard J Love, Kayla Leann Hanson, Dickie Mattingly, Jecee Leighe Pratt, Michael Stamm, Hazel Thomas, Polly Abell, Margaret Cooper, Kenny Mueller, David Johnson, Annie Lucille Wright, Nana and PopPop, Matthew Frey, Maria Mireles Ferreira, Pat Ceynar, Cindy Cook, Alan Snode, Grandma Barbara, Winnie Lanehart, Charles Warwick, Grandparents, Corrine Peeling, JoeMike Weiland, Charlie Howard, Sylvia Gainey, Betty &George Tennis, Boyce Cheatwood, Amanda DeArmond, Gerald Thomas, Elizabeth Lucier, Martha Fischer, John Savich, John Blake, Aunt Patty, Naugle Dare, Bill Franklin, Andrew Cujdik, Johanna Cohen and Steve Cohen, Harold Pevey, Barbara Pevey, Louise Linden, Ruth Wheeler, Rita Abell, Benjamin P Johnson, Jeffrey Woodward, Wallace Clifton, William Wagoner, Jo Ann Jenkins, Mom/Dad, Florence Whitten, Momma & Clara Morgan, Grandpop VC, Franklin Hill, Bobbie Goode, Sonny Bartz, James William Anderson, Sam Spalding, Sr., Teresa Spalding, Sam Spalding, Jr., William A. DeLorme, John Duley, Allison Kohut, Mom and Dad, Joseph Benjamin Baker Sr., Steve Fogarty, Big Nanny, Shawn Hoflich, Linda Dinella, Daniel Kaufmann, James L Hamilton, Sr, Wesley Eckman, James A. Danko, Opal Mendez and Joe Romano, Barbara & Daryl Pilkerton, Family and friends, MaryAnn Fischer, Robert Richardson, Virgina J. Wilson, Mary Clifton, Ben Hall, Johnny Williams, Helen McAllister, Carol Morgan, Jack Pohlmeier, J. L. Mattingly, Maryjane Beamer, Mike Laney, Frank Bowen, My mom - Jo Anne Kauffman, Mike Stamm, Francis Norris Shepherd, Dorothy and Jerry Mudge, Kaci Myers, Bill & Millie Durkin, Donald Howard, Mikey, Theresa Granata, Claire Glasgow, Barbara Shepherd Capulli, Sophie, Shirley Suite, Dallas P. Dean, Linda Hammett, Jon Shaw Lore, James "Pop" Colson, Barbara Capulli, David, Leo, Frances, Virginia, Don, Janie, Donna Rollo, Milton & Althea Louden, William Marvin Carr, My Dad (Joe Potanka), Mike Carroll, Helen Bennett, Betty Joyce Randolph, Ann Hall, Edward Windsor Healy, Michael Deasel, Brenna brooks, Charlene Zurkan, Joe Hogan, Sandy Pirner, Frank and Barbara Nall, Beverly McDowall, Tommy Johnson, Cheryl Eiler, Harold Quade, Judy Toole, Jesus, Jessica Barry, Karen Stager, Jimmy Edwards, Jim Edwards, Honey Edwards, E.C. Overstreet, Ed Dishman, Barbara Morris, My Father, Frances Duke, Mickey Norris Cleo sparks, Bill Griffis, Mary Ann Bassford, George Wallace Lathroum Sr., James A King, Bill Griffis, Arnold Skinner (Grandpa), Marylin Kelly, Diane Trossbach, Piggy Joy, Debbie Schoenbauer, Ceci Hoffman, Christina Kershaw, Trevor Pitman, Bruno Quiros, Ellen Meyer, Mommom, Tori Calabrese, James & Norma Bell, Magda, James Aubrey Mattingly Sr. & Grace Wathen Mattingly, Helen Foster, Henry Madjeski, Pop Chapman, Beverly Mocknis, Shirley Jean, Mikey Sotiropoulos, Rick Lilley, Joan Terry, Chuck Bryson, Catherine Briscoe, Jean Kerkman, Lois Abell, Diane Dixon, Marlene Norris, Jugal Ranganathan, Chester Pile, Russ Dreher, Kiyoka Matsuda Cyrus, Emily Hasse, Glenn Jones, Judge Michael Stamm, Patsy Bailey, Barbara Ann Hornbeak, James Colson, Pop Pop, Malcolm & Barbara Goode, James Concannon, Marie Moyer, Berry, Janet O’Connor, Willy Grusholt, Jr., Jack Couper, Leo Navarra, James G. Abell, Jo Anne Kauffman aka Gma, Robyn Jones, Jim Sanborn, Jerry "Hal" Norris, Sandy Stayrook, Beverly Lewis, Lois Abell, Sharon Riley, Johanna Toole, Mary Bohanan, Margaret Clapp, Sharon Weiner, Mary Ruth & Ralph Bowles, Jason Bush, Francis Shepherd, Mary Ellen Gaffney, John Goewey, Shirley Willett, Barbara Grubaugh - My mother, Jacob and Pat Lorence, Perry Fuchs, Ethel Redmond, Bob Clements, Patty West, Jean West, Jay McCleaf, Allison Marie Kohut, Connie Green, Mary Manney, John Blake, Angela “BooBoo” Long, Linda Buckler, Wayland Hood, Thomas Baranowski, Barbara Guffey, Jo Anne Kauffman, Peggy Bell, William & Ann Cody, Don Conlon, My grandmother, Aunt Mamie Walter & Grandma Trudy Monroe, Donna Norris, Rob Glendinning, Edward Mahoney, Mom, Dad and Sam, Gertrude Younkins, Benjamin Johnson, Becky Davis, Marian Renee Clark, Mary Ruth Bowles, George Bowles, Thomas Merryman, Amber and Harvey Moore, Arnold Skinner (grandpa), Troy Johnson, Brady Gargan, William Carr Sr., John Redding Sr., Mary Ann & Rholand Hayden, Harvey Stauffer, David and Joan wilson, Mary and James Vaughn, Mike Gerek, Tom Knowlton, Mary Norris, Carolyn Chase, Barbara Grubaugh, Gary Thomas, Florence Friend, Steven Michael King, Sofie Turbush, Joe Potanka, Karyl Beveridge, Arlene Walko, Annette Quigg, Malcolm and Barbara Goode, Alan Wible, Denise Jewell, Brenda Funk, Dennis Gibson, Grandpa Leo, Grandma Frances, Aunt Janie, Grandma Ginger, and Dad, Rex Dalrymple, The Freeman Boys, Guillermina Pineda, Nannee Reynolds and Pop Alvey, Barbara V. Pevey, Margaret, Elmo, Scotty & Woody Bates, David & Eunice Kelly, Linda Marie Baker, Iva Cain, Randy Casto, Keister/Barickman, Jerry Jackson, Len Rajkowski, James Gibson, Kathryn Peters, Jerry Lake, Susan Evans, The Honorable Michael J Stamm, John Craze, Shirley Craze, Dorothy Brode, Pops, Sofia Turbush, Jecee Pratt, Judy Morazes, Tommy Breslin, Kathy Breslin Easom, Fred Breslin, Joe Romano, Gazella Beveridge, John P. Bystrowski, William D Lees, Alejandro Siron and Anastacia Siron, Jessie Ray, Dail Rondeau, Joe Gillis, Letha Creech, Charlotte Floyd, Piggy Joy, Jozef Pudzisz, Joe Gillis, Dail Rondeau, Buddy Greene, Johnny, Dot & Ken Cheseldine, Rainey Voellinger, Nan Tenaglia, Katherine Evans, Avos, My Mom, Jean Burns, Georgina Torres, Mom - Irene W. Womer, Donnie Poe Jr, Mary Mattingly Adams, Larry Maki, Marlene Crute, Robert Buttrick, Franklin Hill, Bobby Goode, Sonny Bartz, Harvey McElhenny, Paul Bellino, Mildred Weaver, Mr. & Mrs. Abell, Michele Delpilar, BJ Waldron, My Mom, Marry Ruth Bowles, Piggy Joy, Josef Pudzisz, Peggy Barickman, Frances Patterson, Phillip Brinkley, Erma Jean, Marian D. Holley, My dad, John Mohn, Eddie Bailey, LaDonna Balk, Judge Michael J. Stamm, Gene Monday, Gaynelle Blaine, Eva Hall, Narica Primera, Emory Eugene Giddens, Dave & Joan Wilson, Lucy Leonard, 

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