Montgomery County Road Runners

A little over three weeks 'till the best fall half in our area: Parks Half Marathon! We can't wait, nor should you -- register soon! https://www.parkshalfmarathon.com/

If you aren't running Parks Half Marathon, please consider volunteering for this great MCRRC race! (And there are some roles for runners, too!) https://www.parkshalfmarathon.com/Race/Volunteer/MD/Rockville/ParksHalfMarathon

Parks Half Marathon The Parks Half Marathon is on Sunday September 27, 2026.

Last chance to register for this year's Fall 5K Run/ Walk Program!

Whether you want to run shorter distances faster, build strength at a middle-distance pace, use the run/walk approach, or walk toward better health and fitness, MCRRC’s Fall 5K Program is for you—offering a welcoming, outdoor community every step of the way.

*New for 2026*

To better serve participants preparing for a Fall 10K event, supplementary coach-supported training will be provided following each 5K workout.

In addition, participants may substitute any of the three available MCRRC 8K or 10K races for scheduled workouts and be prepared for Saturday, October 24, 2026, inaugural Marine Corps Marathon 8K race.

Check out our webpage for more information or to register today! Registration closes on September 8th. https://mcrrc.org/training-program/fall-5k-run-walk-program/

September is a day away. And that means a new color issue of Intervals, the club's newsletter, is on its way to your mailbox if you are an MCRRC member!

Race reminder: Eastern County 8K is tomorrow Sat August 28 at 7:30 am! https://mcrrc.org/calendar-event/eastern-county-8k-2026/

Race alert: Eastern County 8K 2026 is this Saturday, August 29 @ 7:30 am.

The race takes place at Martin Luther King Park in Silver Spring, at the stripe in the road at the first entrance to the playground parking lot, on the approach from Jackson Road. A great low-key race that celebrate School Spirit, so come dressed and ready to run in your favorite school’s team apparel!

The “almost one mile” (approx. 0.8 miles) Young Run begins 5 minutes after the 8K, at 7:35 AM, and goes around the lake. https://mcrrc.org/calendar-event/eastern-county-8k-2026/

Five weeks to go. 🍂

The Parks Half Marathon is Sunday, September 27 — 13.1 tree-lined miles through Montgomery County, and one of the best fall mornings on the local racing calendar.

What's waiting for you: A medal, a classic long-sleeve tech t, a race item giveaway for participants, and plenty of food at the finish line.

Whether you're chasing a PR or running your first half, come get after it. Registration is open now — http://parkshalfmarathon.com

The Fall 5K Training Program begins tomorrow, August 19th!

Whether you want to run shorter distances faster, build strength at a middle-distance pace, use the run/walk approach, or walk toward better health and fitness, MCRRC’s Fall 5K program is for you—offering a welcoming outdoor community every step of the way.

*New for 2026*

To better serve participants preparing for a Fall 10K event, supplementary coach-supported training will be provided following each 5K workout.

In addition, participants may substitute any of the three available MCRRC 8K or 10K races for scheduled workouts and be prepared for Saturday, October 24, 2026, inaugural Marine Corps Marathon 8K race.

For more information and to register, visit the program's webpage. https://mcrrc.org/training-program/fall-5k-run-walk-program/

Thanks to all the runners and volunteers at Groovin' Woodstock 7K yesterday! Hope to see everyone at Eastern County 8K on Saturday August 29th. https://mcrrc.org/calendar-event/eastern-county-8k-2026/

What's so funny about pace, love, and understriding? Groovin' Woodstock Trail 7K is Sunday August 16th at 8 a.m. at the Woodstock Equestrian Center in Dickerson. https://mcrrc.org/calendar.../groovin-woodstock-7k-xc-2026/