Frederick Summer Solstice 8K

JUN

13

2026

Celebrate the solstice with the Frederick Summer Solstice 8K in Walkersville on June 13, 2026. Run an 8K or one mile fun run, then relax at a post race party with craft beer and live music while supporting Blessings In A Backpack.

Sat 13 Jun 2026

Walkersville, Maryland

Registration

8 kilometers

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Event overview

The Frederick Summer Solstice 8K is the 11th annual edition, held on June 13, 2026, in Walkersville, Maryland. The event takes place at the Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company, 79 W. Frederick St. It is presented as a Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club signature race. The schedule includes a post-race celebration with craft beer and live music.

Distances and entries

8K Run
One-Mile Fun Run
ASA 8k

Registration opens February 15, 2026. Listed entry fees are $40 for the 8K and ASA 8k, and $25 for the One-Mile Fun Run.

Charity and proceeds

Net proceeds from the race are donated to the Frederick chapter of Blessings In A Backpack. The Frederick Steeplechasers donated $12,790 from the 2025 race, and the total donated since 2016 is $192,058. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

8 km

Asa 8k

8 km

8k Run

One-Mile Fun Run