The cause
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1 Mile5K
Run Like Michael 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Darnestown, Maryland
- Entry fee
- From $35
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Walk | 1 Mile | Oct 11, 20269:00 AM | $35$40 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| 5k Run | 5K | Oct 11, 20269:00 AM | $35$40 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $40 until Oct 11.
Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Maryland ($35).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Maryland runs 36:13, about 11:39 a mile, based on 249 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:11 and men in 32:24.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:13 AM, and the 1 Mile Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 310 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Bretton Woods Recreation Center, Darnestown, MD 20874
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 11 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 77°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Run Like Michael cover on their registration page, in brief.
Race details
- Where
- Bretton Woods Recreation Center, Darnestown, MD 20874Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 310 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 11, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Run Like Michael?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Maryland?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Maryland ($35).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K.
- Where does it start?
- Bretton Woods Recreation Center, Darnestown, MD 20874.
From the organizers
Join us on October 11, 2026 for the inaugural Run Like Michael 5K, hosted by the Michael Long Memorial Fund, Inc., as we come together to honor and celebrate the life of Michael Patrick Long.
Set on the trails of Bretton Woods, this event features a 5K trail run and a 1-mile walk, welcoming runners, walkers, families, friends, and community members of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re racing the trails, enjoying a walk in nature, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps make a meaningful impact.