Running is one of the easiest ways to stay fit without breaking the bank. With plenty of parks, trails, and tracks in District of Columbia, you'll be burning off the calories in no time. Here are some excellent places to go for a jog near Washington, DC.

Upcoming 5Ks, 10Ks, Marathons and more Near Washington DC

St. Patrick’s 5k, Half and Marathon

Sunday, Mar 16, 2025 at 7:30am
Fletchers Cove Boathouse
Washington, DC
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Leprechaun Leap 5k and 10k

Sunday, Mar 16, 2025 at 7:45am
Burke Lake Park
Fairfax Station, VA
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Shamrock 5K Run/Walk

Sunday, Mar 16, 2025 at 8:00am
Bel Alton, MD
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Lucky Leprechaun 5K

Sunday, Mar 16, 2025 at 8:00am
Reston Town Center
Reston, VA
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Backyard Burn

Sunday, Mar 16, 2025 at 9:00am
Workhouse Arts Center
Lorton, VA
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Altra Kelly Benefits St. Patrick's Day Shamrock 5K

Sunday, Mar 16, 2025 at 1:00pm
Baltimore, MD
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Barlowe Bolt

Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 at 7:00am
Olde Mill Pool
Millersville, MD
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Annapolis Running Festival

Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 at 7:00am
Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
Annapolis, MD
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Rock Creek 5k and 10k

Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 at 7:45am
Rock Creek Park
Washington, DC
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Hope for Horses 5k and 10k

Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 at 8:45am
Prince William Forest Park
Triangle, VA
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Kensington Parkrun

Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 at 9:00am
Rock Creek Trail
Bethesda, MD
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