THE ZACHING RUNNING FESTIVAL
Ellicott City, MD
Sat, Nov 21, 2026
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When
Saturday, November 21st, 2026
Where
11095 Resort Road, Ellicott City MD
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About this race
The Zaching Running Festival
Date and Location
- Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Location: 11095 Resort Road, Ellicott City, MD
- Website: THE ZACHING RUNNING FESTIVAL
Event Overview
- Purpose: Benefitting the Zaching Against Cancer Foundation
- Experience: One of Maryland's premier running events
- Impact: Making a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families
- Courses: Options include 10K, 5K, or 1-Mile Walk
Registration Includes
- Timing: Professionally timed 5K & 10K races
- Course: Scenic Turf Valley course
- Premium: Race premium (10K and 5K only)
- Festival: Post-race festival with live music, food, and awards
Charitable Impact
- Funds Raised: Supports the Zaching Against Cancer Foundation
- Services: Financial assistance, transportation to treatment, groceries
- Assistance: Utility assistance, prescription co-pays
- Benefit: Easing the burden of cancer for families throughout Maryland
Our Mission
- Belief: Strength, Courage, Determination, and Hope can change lives
- Participation: Helping someone facing cancer take the next step
- Encouragement: Run with purpose, walk with hope
- Community: Make every step count
Join Us
We can't wait to see you at the starting line!
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