Kentlands/Lakelands 5K
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Kentlands | Lakelands 5K
The Kentlands | Lakelands 5K is scheduled for Saturday, September 5, 2026. The event is presented by the Kentlands Community Foundation and is in its 33rd year.
The event format includes a 5K run and walk, plus a Kids Fun Run and Tot Trot for children. The event typically draws large participation: over 1,600 runners and walkers, more than 300 children in the kids events, and over 2,000 spectators and community members at the accompanying festival.
A post-race festival follows the run and features live music, food vendors, giveaways, and family-friendly activities. Race proceeds support the foundation’s programs: a percentage of the proceeds is donated to local nonprofit organizations, and the event helps sustain 14 year-round programs that focus on arts, culture, education, environmental sustainability, and volunteerism in Gaithersburg.
The event relies on contributions from individuals and sponsors to support race operations and community impact. Registration for the 2026 race is open. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
