THE ZACHING RUNNING FESTIVAL
Ellicott City, MD
Sat, Nov 21, 2026
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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
11095 Resort Road, Ellicott City MD
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37–51°F · low rain risk
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2025
40–56°F
dry
2024
38–50°F
dry
2023
36–54°F
rain
2022
23–44°F
dry
2021
36–51°F
dry
2020
46–63°F
dry
2019
36–52°F
dry
2018
32–47°F
dry
2017
38–56°F
dry
2016
32–40°F
dry
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About this race
The Zaching Running Festival
Run for a Cause. Every Step Makes a Difference.
Saturday, November 21. 2026
Join us for the Annual Zaching Running Festival benefitting the ZACHING AGAINST CANCER FOUNDATION at beautiful Turf Valley Towne Square/Turf Valley Resort and experience one of Maryland's premier running events—all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families.
Whether you're a seasoned runner chasing a personal best, walking with friends and family, or participating in honor or memory of someone touched by cancer, your miles have a purpose. Choose from our 10K, 5K, or 1-Mile Walk and enjoy a scenic course through Turf Valley followed by an unforgettable finish line celebration.
Your registration includes:
Professionally timed 5K & 10K races
Scenic Turf Valley course
Race premium (10K and 5K only)
Best Post Race Party in Howard County
Join us for the ultimate post-race celebration featuring:
- Live Music with Misspent Youth
- Food including Oysters, Pizza, and crowd favorite Easy Street Tacos
- Beer Garden
- Bloody Marys
Every dollar raised benefits the Zaching Against Cancer Foundation, helping provide financial assistance through the Little Things for Cancer Program, transportation to treatment, groceries, utility assistance, prescription co-pays, and other vital services that ease the burden of cancer for families throughout Maryland.
At Zaching Against Cancer, we believe that Strength, Courage, Determination, and Hope can change lives. When you participate in the Zaching Running Festival, you're not just crossing a finish line—you're helping someone facing cancer take the next step in their journey.
Run with purpose. Walk with hope. Make every step count.
We can't wait to see you at the starting line!
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