AFCEA Central Maryland Race for Excellence - 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 18th April 2026 - Sun 19th April 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Columbia, Maryland
  • Price $33.80 - $49.70
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the 19th Annual AFCEA Central Maryland Race for Excellence, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in vibrant Columbia, Maryland! This exciting event features a 5K run and a Family Fun Run/Walk, perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels. The race kicks off at 9 AM on Columbia Gateway Drive, where over 1,000 enthusiastic runners and walkers will gather to support a great cause.

Join the community in this uplifting event that not only promotes health and wellness but also benefits the AFCEA Central Maryland STEM Scholarship Fund. With a goal to empower future leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), your participation helps provide essential scholarships and grants to deserving students and educators. Plus, don’t miss the After Party at Pub Dog on Stanford Blvd, where you can celebrate your achievements and connect with fellow participants. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this event promises a delightful day filled with camaraderie and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

THE 19TH ANNUAL AFCEA CENTRAL MARYLAND 5K & FAMILY FUN RUN/WALK RACE FOR EXCELLENCE WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH AT 9AM. A VIRTUAL OPTION WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE.

The AFCEA Central Maryland Chapter (AFCEA-CMD) is a non-profit membership association dedicated to providing an ethical, interactive forum for sharing knowledge and building relationships across government, military, industry and academia.

We accomplish our goal by promoting the continuing education of current IT professionals and supporting the education of future leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Each year our AFCEA-CMD chapter is able to award over $200,000 to qualified students and teachers through scholarships, endowments, and grants.

The 19th Annual AFCEA-CMD 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk is an uplifting, family-oriented, community event that benefits AFCEAs Central Maryland STEM Scholarship Fund.

Join over 1,000 participants and spectators on a beautiful April day to take part in this run/walk!

All event activities will take place in Columbia, MD, with both the start and finish lines on Columbia Gateway Drive and the After Party (Pub Dog on Stanford Blvd in Columbia) in Columbia, MD.

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $4.70 Fee & Shirt Size - Only Guaranteed if Registered by March 31st.

    Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $49.70

  • Family Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.80 Fee & Shirt Size - Only Guaranteed if Registered by March 31st.

    Sat 18th April 2026 (9:05AM EDT)

    $33.80

  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $4.70 Fee & Shirt Size - Only Guaranteed if Registered by March 31st.

    $49.70

  • Virtual Family Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.80 Fee & Shirt Size - Only Guaranteed if Registered by March 31st.

    $33.80

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Location

Leidos, 6841 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Columbia, 21046, MD, United States

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