29th
Run + Walk = Fun
April 11, 2026
10K 8:30AM, 5K/Walk 8:45AM
Leonardtown, MD
43
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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

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

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