Kensington 8K
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Kensington 8K
The Kensington 8K takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in Kensington, Maryland. The event uses town streets and nearby parkland, including routing through historic Kensington and sections of Rock Creek Park. The listed meeting place is 3710 Mitchell St, Kensington, MD 20895.
The event program includes these distances:
- 8K Race - Historic Kensington and Beach Drive
- 2M Challenge - Out and back through historic Kensington
- 1K Fun Run - Run around Noyes Library
The 8K course is described as fast and flat. The race is presented as a community event, with parents and children noted as spectators and visitors running through local streets and parkland. Net proceeds from the event benefit local schools. Eight area schools are named as beneficiaries, and the race has raised more than $350,000 for schools since 2009.
Additional practical details shown by the organizer include event pricing for each distance and the race website for more information. The description focuses on the course setting, the variety of distances offered, and the event’s support for local education. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
