28th
Run + Walk = Fun
April 5, 2025
10K 8:30AM, 5K/Walk 8:45AM
Leonardtown, MD
53
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Children six and under free.

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2025 Founders Appeal

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
1/1/2025$40
2/1/2025$45
3/1/2025$50
4/5/2025$55
10K

10K Run

One loop stretching around a rural, country road course.

Pricing
1/1/2025$50
2/1/2025$55
3/1/2025$60
4/5/2025$65
Walk

Fun Walk

One loop through streets of historic Leonardtown, MD

Pricing
1/1/2025$40
2/1/2025$45
3/1/2025$50
4/5/2025$55
DC

Defender's Cup

A 5K Run
Team Competition

Pricing
1/1/2025$40
2/1/2025$45
3/1/2025$50
4/5/2025$55

5K Run - 8:45AM

Results

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

Course subject to change

Pricing
1/1/2025$40
2/1/2025$45
3/1/2025$50
4/5/2025$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
1/1/2025$40
2/1/2025$45
3/1/2025$50
4/5/2025$55

Fun Walk - 8:45AM

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

Course subject to change

Pricing
1/1/2025$40
2/1/2025$45
3/1/2025$50
4/5/2025$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
1/1/2025$40
2/1/2025$45
3/1/2025$50
4/5/2025$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...

    Join us on April 5th for the 28th Run & Fun Walk.

RunForHospice Logo

Join us for the 28th Run & Fun Walk for Hospice of St. Mary's, taking place on Saturday, April 5, 2025. 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.

2024 In Memory Of

Memory Bib

King, Al & Donna Hilbinger, Catharine Anas, Chester Pile, Dada, David M. Darlington Sr., Dickie Mattingly, Allison Marie Kohut, Beverly Lewis, Allison Kohut, Barbara J. Denton, Carl Lee, Bill Gainey, Bertha Clarke, Dad, Alice Watts, Arthur Watts Sr., Arthur Watts Jr., Betty Wood, Jim Dayton, Betty Dayton, Anthony Wydell Chase, Carol Ann Morgan - Beloved Mother, David Beavan, Annette Marie Gisoldi, Dan Davis, Dr. Roy H. Bunales, M.D., Daniel Davis, Charlie Christman and Mary E. Bauserman, Al & Lilian Mudd, Aunt Sheryl, Annie Hall, Blanche Laungayan, Cecelia LaBrosse, Diane Trossbach, Doeeen Mckean, Wayne "Pop" Alvey and Elizabeth "Nanee" Reynolds, Dr. Harold Pevey, Richard (Pop Pop) & Margaret Quade (Maw Maw), Anthony Lasome, Tony Lasome, and Dorothy Rhodes, Bobby Abell, Richard "Rick" Crim, Rasmi and Laila Madanat, Sandy Pirner, Tammie Wood & Elizabeth Reynolds, Rick Lilley, Roger Hoyt, my father, Richard J Love, Bob Allard, Sam Spalding, Jr, Teresa Spalding, Sam Spalding, Sr, Charles & Jane Giulini, Stephen Lacey, Andrew Abugelis, Susan Evans, Zack and Christine Hill; David Beavan, Steve "Daddi" Harbold, Roger and Virginia Ullman, Mimi, Nancy Benes, Alice Underwood, Christina Kershaw, Earl Kennedy, Trevor Pitman, Marie "Teel" Mitchell (Mommom), Bernard Freeman, Norma Strickland, Mrs. Mary Shook, The Melvin's, The Dentons, Grandma over the Mountains, Donald Green, Diane Gibbs, Ronald Williams, Wilfred "Bill" Breck, Mikey Sotiropoulos, David Wright, Randall Casto, Pop (Joe Potanka), Billie Morrison, Ben Johnson, Maryland Beveridge, Steve "Pop Pop" Harbold, Thorbjorg "Stella" Vigfusdittor, ED, Buddy Owens, Donna Norris, Barbara Grubaugh (MIL), Catherine Louise Quade, Benny Morgan, Barbara Goode, Chuck Bryson, Thorbjorg "Stella" Vigfusdottir, Dillard V Heiston IV, Steven Strong, Marie Derullieux, Ramon Greenberg, Peggy Bell and Carol morgan, Peggy Wooten, Mary L. Young, Andrew Johnson Quade, Alfonso/Francesca Jimena, Bill Delavan, Debi Dean, Barbara Grubaugh (Mom), Rae and Bryson, Tom Merryman, William Rustin, Bob Hogue, Sharon Wilder, Kayla Hanson, Richard Wathen, Sr, Steven King, Alice Gray & Bob Richardson, Dave and Joan wilson, Dave & Joan Wilson, Charles H Arnold, Jr., My sister, Bobbie Goode, Doreen Mckean, Dave and Joan, Amy Hood, Ronnie Evans, William "Bill" Wagoner, Margaret Bloomquist, Charles Williams"”Dad, Antonio de Gorordo, Carmela Bubel, Nace and Doris Mattingly, Lauren Weller Sidorowicz, Joe Atherton, William Joseph Price, Sharon Weiner, Bonnie Fogelberg, The Family of Ondras, Nelson and friends, Shawn Dennis, Kathy Peters, Barbara Hofmann, Sam Sr., Sam Jr. & Teresa Spalding, My amazing mom, Sharon Weiner, Daniel Kaufmann, Cher Chew, Steven Fink, Pete Himmelheber, Florence Whitten, Will Jones, Joe Hogan, Earle and Selma Fritz, Lynnette Lalka, Jo Anne Kauffmab, Charles B Johnson, Pat Fusco, Jose Zita R Silva, James Concannon, Rick Lilley (Dad), Evelyn Manning, Ron Williams, William Maurer, Darrell Dewey, Rick Lilley (Pop Pop), Harold A. Pevey, Rosa Banks, Agnes Yates, Ronnie Herbert, Jospeh Herbert, Francis Herbert, Sonny Thompson, Catherine Armstrong, Mac McElhenny, Brian Dillow, Lou Leresche, David Raulerson, Paul Derullieux, Rainey Voellinger, Bruce Caracaus, My dad, Clarke Raley, Roger Krauth and Roger Hepp, Allie Raley, Kim taylor, Debra Gray, Richard Adams, Johnathon Thompson, Bill Anderson, Linda Sue Edwards, John and Peggy Burke, James Colson, Bobby & Liz Abell/Harry & Helen Finch, Andrew Samborski, Sammy Morgan, Barbara Goode, William Hill, Polly Abell, Hazel Thomas, Louise Brown & Rebecca Avery, Thomas Merryman, Mildred Weaver, My Mom, Dad, and brother, Paw Paw, Louis P. Leresche, Lorraine Long, Charlie Howard, Chris Wagoner, Perry Fuchs, Perry McNeil, Thomas Bing Gardner, James Malik, Peggy Barickman, Carol Scott, June Martin, Virginia Schibler, Veterans, Virginia Oliver, Frank and Ruby Jewell, John and Marion Foote, Gary Freeman, Jacob and Pat Lorence, Susan Zienda, Ronald F Strzalkowski, Henrietta (Cathy) Garrow & Richard Mowry Sr., Sam Spalding, Sr., Sam Spalding, Jr, Teresa Spalding, Jecee Pratt, James L Matyingky Jr, Phyllis Albright, Jerry "Hal" Norris, Pop & MomMom Abell, Harold Quade, Liz Abell, Johnny Cameron Sr., Nancy McClunin, Pamela Fowler, JoeMike Weiland, George Wallace Lathroum, Sarah Filloramo, Patty West, S. Jean West, Jeff West, Lowrey Bonham Brooks, POP, Joseph Thompson III, Melvin Yost Sr and Mary Peters, Sherry Kabin, Steve "Pop" Harbold, Pop-Pop and Mom-Mom, Linda Lee Bulynko, Helen Foster, Roger Hepp, Norma and James Bell, Gazella Beveridge, Mary Clifton, James Colson and Wallace Clifton, Harry Wemette, Tommy Breslin, Grandma Hilda Mattingly, Margaret and Sonny Greenwell, Franklin Hill, Bobbie Goode, Sonny Bartz, Johnny,Adria and John Joseph, Karen Melissa Finch, Mom, Michele DelPilar, Joe Vestraci, Harold Pevey and Louise Linden, Peggy Bell - Beloved Mother, Tom and Rose Repasi, Nancy Smith, James "Pop" Colson, Rose & Louis DiLonardo, Margaret, Elmo, Scott and Woody Bates, James Aubrey Mattingly Sr. & Grace Wathen Mattingly, Grandma G., Memo and Papa, William D. Hill, Jr, Harvey Stauffer, John Goewey, MaryAnn Fischer, Grammy Delozier, George Kramer, Our Friends and Family, George Buscall, Richard Love, Pete Himmelheber, John Wayne Raley, C. Clarke Raley, James Moore, Sr., MawMaw Joy, Peggy Barickman (Mom), John Blake & Angela "Boo Boo" Long, John Craze, Shirley Craze, Dorothy Brode, Nancy Libourel, Ann Preston, Rick Rice, Harvey McElhenny, Edward Stetyick, Jo Ann Moore, Patricia Godwin, Letha Creech, Paul and Frances Bradburn, Jamie Bacon, Theresa Marie Meinert, Joan & David Wilson, Mary Ruth Bowles, My Dad (Joe Potanka), William & Ann Cody, Gertrude Younkins, Grandmom (Mary) Taylor, Guillermina Pineda, Richard Quade, Margaret Quade, Jason Bush, Jecee Leighe Pratt, William wagoner, James Anas, Grandpop VC, Jimbo. Mike Dorothy, Victor Espinoza, Patty Sheldon, Joan Terry, John Mohn, Patricia Lee Dillow, Wesley Quinn Eckman, Phyllis Pilkerton and Ricky Pilkerton, Joyce/Willie Johnson, Rita Abell, Elizabeth Reynolds and Tammie Wood, Margaret Currie, Judy Raley, Eleanor Hayden, Ethel Redmond, Margaret, Elmo, Scott & Woody Bates, Karen Stager, Theresa Granata, Karen Miller, Elizabeth "Betty" Russell, Edward Windsor Healy, Jo Anne Kauffman, Gerald Skeen & Frank Bandy, Ella May Russell, Leonard and Diane Kodluboy, Mary and John Grambo, MawMaw Helen Finch, VC Donaldson, James William Anderson, Steve Harbold, Thomas Boyle, Josephine Thorbjornson, Marilyn Talton, Marsha Lanham, Henry Hohn, Eugene Guazzo, Jimbo, Joseph Mason, Joanne Kauffman, Mariano C. Labordo, Lillian Anderson, Jack Kershaw, John Blake, Mike Carroll, Rita, Mary Alice Brayton, Robert Morris, Gene Hopkins Sr., Robert Hartman, Virginia and Robert Johnson, John Oberhausen, Stewart Otta, Mary Peters, Joan and Dave Wilson, Gordon Dewey, Genevieve Poitras, Jim Schuhart, Robert R. Richardson, JoMike Weiland & Wendy Gibson, William Price, Bill Durkin, Ignatius Galante, Maryjane Beamer, Eileen Malcolm, Kenneth Weit, Sofie Turbush, Joan Chicwak, Lillie Bea Dasher/ Lillie Mae Taylor, Mary Rita DeLozier, Nancy Peacock, 

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