29th
Run + Walk = Fun
April 11, 2026
10K 8:30AM, 5K/Walk 8:45AM
Leonardtown, MD
57
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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$50
2/1/2026$55
3/1/2026$60
4/11/2026$65

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

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

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