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31 January 2026 - 1 February 2026
The Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K takes place on January 31 – February 1, 2026, in Columbia, Maryland, USA. The start and finish area is located at the Guilford Pratt Truss Bridge near the Patuxent Branch Trail Parking Lot. Weather conditions in Columbia during late January and early February typically feature cold temperatures, averaging in the low to mid-30s°F (around 0–3°C), with a moderate chance of snow or icy patches on the trail surfaces. This long-running mixed-terrain event follows the scenic Patuxent and Wincopin Trails, offering a blend of natural surface paths and short paved sections along the riverbanks. The course is relatively gentle for a trail race, making it accessible for both beginners and intermediate runners.
What is the event name and date?
→Event Name: Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
→Dates: January 31 – February 1, 2026
Where is the event located?
→City: Columbia
→State: Maryland
→Country: United States
→Start/Finish Area: Guilford Pratt Truss Bridge, near the Patuxent Branch Trail Parking Lot (9190 Old Guilford Rd, Columbia, MD 21046)
→Trail System: Patuxent Branch Trail and Wincopin Trail
What distances are available for this event?
→5K race on Saturday, January 31, 2026, starting at 4:00 PM
→10K race on Sunday, February 1, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM
→Half Marathon on Sunday, February 1, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM
What type of terrain is the course?
→Mixed-terrain trail race
→Mostly natural surfaces with some paved road sections
→Scenic routes along forest paths and riverbanks
→Moderately rolling course
What are the age requirements for participation?
→Half Marathon: Minimum age 14
→5K & 10K: Minimum age 7
Are there participant field limits?
→5K: Maximum 250 participants
→10K & Half Marathon (combined): Maximum 1,000 participants
What is included with registration?
→A soft cotton long-sleeve race shirt
→Knit gloves
→Up to three finisher medals for combined race participants (options: 5K + 10K or 5K + Half Marathon)
Is the event currently open for registration?
→All distances are sold out (as of December 31, 2025).
What is the event's history regarding sell-outs?
→This event has sold out for eight consecutive years.
→The 10K and Half Marathon typically sell out within 10 hours of opening registration.
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