Maryland · 8K · 2 Miles · 1K
Kensington 8K
Kensington 8K is a 8K, 2 Miles and 1K event held in Kensington, Maryland. It was last held on September 19, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Kensington, MD
Race details
- Last held
- September 19, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Kensington, Maryland
- Distances
- 8K, 2 Miles, 1K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- kensington8k.org
About the Kensington 8K
Fun and Fast for 33 Years Since 1994, the Kensington 8K Race has been a favorite DC area fall race - a fun, fast event with beauty, challenge, and excitement. Run it this year on September 19, 2026! Our Community Event Known throughout the DC area as a true community race - parents and kids cheering on each other and welcomed visitors running through Kensington and Rock Creek Park. Benefits Local Schools Eight local schools - Kensington Parkwood ES, North Bethesda MS, Silver Creek MS, and Walte…
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Kensington 8K: common questions
- When is the Kensington 8K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Kensington 8K held?
- In Kensington, Maryland.
- What distances does the Kensington 8K offer?
- 8K, 2 Miles and 1K.
- How do I register for the Kensington 8K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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