The Maryland Half Marathon 2026
The 18th Maryland Half Marathon takes place on June 6, 2026, at The Maple Lawn Community in Fulton, Maryland. Participants will gather at 8161 Maple Lawn Boulevard to compete in various road racing options ranging from a half marathon to a kids' run. June in Howard County typically brings warm summer temperatures, often ranging from the mid-60s to the upper 80s Fahrenheit, so runners should prepare for potential humidity and sunshine. The event offers a scenic route through suburban landscapes, tree-lined country roads, and gentle rolling hills, providing a diverse course for athletes of all skill levels.
What race distances are available?
- →Half Marathon
- →5K
- →Kids Fun Run
What is the event schedule?
- →Half Marathon: 8:00 AM start
- →5K: 8:30 AM start
- →Kids Fun Run: 8:40 AM start
- →Course closure: 12:00 PM
What can participants expect from the course layout?
The half marathon route begins on Maple Lawn Boulevard, Sanner Road, Guilford Road, and Great Star Drive. The course later transitions to Simpson Road, Pindell School Road, and Johns Hopkins Road, before concluding with a final loop near Old Columbia Road and President Street. The second half of the course is characterized by gentle rolling hills through suburban neighborhoods and tree-lined country roads, eventually returning to the start/finish area at Maple Lawn.
Where can I find course maps and previous results?
- →Official registration: UMMS Foundation ↗
- →Half Marathon PDF map: UMMS Foundation ↗
- →Half Marathon interactive map: MapMyRide ↗
- →5K PDF map: UMMS Foundation ↗
- →5K interactive map: MapMyRide ↗
- →Past Half Marathon results: RunSignup ↗
- →Past 5K results: RunSignup ↗
When can I pick up my race packet?
- →Packet pick-up is available from June 3rd through June 6th at the locations specified on the official event page.