September 18, 2021 In-Person Race!
Why the 8K?
Fun and Fast for 27 Years
Since 1994, the Kensington 8K Race has been a favorite DC area fall race - a fun, fast event with beauty, challenge, and excitement. Now you an run it any day!
Our Community Event
Known throughout the DC Area as a true community race - parents and kids cheering on each other and welcomed visitors running through our Town and Rock Creek Park.
Benefits Local Schools
Four local schools - Kensington Parkwood ES, North Bethesda MS, Silver Creek MS, and Walter Johnson HS - benefit from race proceeds. More than raised $250,000 since 2009!