Frederick Summer Solstice 8K
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Event Overview
The Frederick Summer Solstice 8K is a running event held in Walkersville, Maryland. It marks the 11th annual edition and the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. The event is presented by the Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club.
Distances
The event features three separate races:
- 8K Run (approximately 5 miles)
- One-Mile Fun Run
- ASA 8k (Athletes Serving Athletes)
Location and Celebration
The event is based at the Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company on 79 W Frederick Street in Walkersville. Following the race, there is a post-race celebration party featuring craft beer and live music.
Registration and Charity
Registration for the 2026 event opens on February 15, 2026. Net proceeds from the event are donated to the Frederick chapter of Blessings In A Backpack, a charity that provides food for school-age children. In 2025, the race donated $12,790, bringing the total donated since 2016 to over $192,000. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
