Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk

Event Overview

This is the 33rd running of the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run, Walk, and Kid’s Fun Runs. The 5K course winds through the beautiful Lakelands and Kentlands neighborhoods before heading down Main Street to the finish line. Every 5K registration comes with a Dri-Fit crew neck race shirt (men's, women's, and kid's sizes available). Enjoy our post-race Merchant's Expo area while meeting with your friends and family!

Live Entertainment

• Local Bands: Local bands set up along the course to delight participants and spectators alike.
• Spirit and Fun: Making what is already a spirited and fun event even livelier!
• Awards Ceremony: The event finishes with the awards ceremony, team awards (lots of family options).
• Cash Prizes: Cash prizes for the top three male and female finishers.

Kids Runs

• Distances: Includes two distances - 200 and 500 meters!
• Fun Run T-shirt: Cotton t-shirt, designed by a local child resident, with each Fun Run registration.
• Kids Area: A fun area for kids to enjoy after their event.

Support Our Charities

Please support our charities by signing up and donating if you can. When you support the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, you support all 14 community programs of the Kentlands Community Foundation — fueling arts, culture, education, and volunteerism throughout our community. Our charities also include the City of Gaithersburg Dolores Swoyer Camp Scholarship Fund, Gaithersburg HELP, Mercy Health Clinic, Maryland Senior Olympics, in addition to the Kentlands Community Foundation.

Event Details

• Date: 2026-09-05
• Location: 506 Main Street, Gaithersburg, MD
• Race URL: Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk