Frederick Summer Solstice 8K
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Event overview
The Frederick Summer Solstice 8K is scheduled for June 13, 2026, in Walkersville, Maryland. The race is organized as a Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club signature event and is held at the Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company, 79 W. Frederick St, Walkersville, MD. This is the 11th annual running of the event. The occasion includes an evening celebration with craft beer and live music following the race. Registration opens February 15, 2026.
Distances
- 8K Run
- One-Mile Fun Run
- ASA 8k
Entry fees and charity
Entry fees listed for 2026 are $40 for the 8K events and $25 for the One-Mile Fun Run. Net proceeds from the event are donated to the Frederick chapter of Blessings In A Backpack. The charity provides weekend and school-break food for school-age children who might otherwise go hungry. The Frederick Steeplechasers donated $12,790 from the 2025 race, with total donations since 2016 amounting to $192,058. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
