Frederick Running Festival Preview Run, hosted by FSRC
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Frederick, Maryland
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Event summary
Get ready for the Frederick Running Festival Preview Run, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the charming town of Thurmont, Frederick! This exciting event is a fantastic opportunity for runners of all abilities to gear up for the upcoming race day by participating in a supported 12-mile training run. Open to the public and completely free, it's the perfect chance to explore much of the race course while enjoying the scenic sights of Historic Downtown Frederick.
Participants will be guided along a well-planned route with turn-by-turn directions and a mid-course water stop to keep everyone hydrated. After the run, join fellow runners for post-run refreshments and breakfast at Charm City Run Frederick, making it a great social event as well. Don't miss out on this casual, non-timed group run that welcomes everyone—just remember to obey traffic laws and run safely! We can't wait to see you there as we kick off the countdown to the Frederick Running Festival!
Participants will be guided along a well-planned route with turn-by-turn directions and a mid-course water stop to keep everyone hydrated. After the run, join fellow runners for post-run refreshments and breakfast at Charm City Run Frederick, making it a great social event as well. Don't miss out on this casual, non-timed group run that welcomes everyone—just remember to obey traffic laws and run safely! We can't wait to see you there as we kick off the countdown to the Frederick Running Festival!
Organiser's Description
In coordination with Corrigan Sports Enterprises, Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club (FSRC or Steeplechasers) is hosting a supported on-course training run to help you prepare for race day, preview much of the course, and check out Historic Downtown Frederick. This is a 12 mile supported on course training run two weeks prior to race day. The run is FREE and open to the public.
The Route: FRF 12 Mile Training Turn by Turn
RIGHT on East St.
RIGHT on Monocacy Blvd.
RIGHT on Market St.
LEFT on 5th St.
LEFT on Bentz St.
RIGHT on Carroll Pkwy
LEFT on Kline Blvd.
RIGHT on Fairview Ave.
RIGHT on 2nd St.
LEFT on Dulaney
LEFT on Rockwell
RIGHT on Upper College Terr.
RIGHT on Broadbeck (on Hood College campus)
LEFT on Martha Church
Follow to Park Ave.
LEFT on Trail Ave.
LEFT on Sharpes Ln.
RIGHT on Toll House Ave.
LEFT on 9th St.
water stop here!
RIGHT on Fairview Ave.
LEFT on Market St.
RIGTH on 16th
RIGHT on Schifferstadt
RIGHT on Church St.
LEFT on Highland Ave.
RIGHT on Monroe Ave.
RIGHT on Patrick
LEFT on East, back to start
The Frederick Visitor Center will have plenty of information on Frederick, the nicest bathrooms in town, as well as a spot to warm up after the run. Please park in the lot next to the Visitors Center but dont park in their designated visitor spots. If we run out of spaces in the Visitor Center lot, theres a parking ramp across the street.
This is a casual group run that is NOT timed or held on a closed course. Runners of all abilities and paces are welcome, but must obey all traffic laws. We ask that you run on sidewalks where available and against traffic if you must enter the roadway for best visibility and safety. RUN AT YOUR OWN RISK.
The Steeplechasers will provide turn by turn directions and a mid-course water stop. Our friends at Charm City Run Frederick will provide post-run refreshments and breakfast at the store afterwards. We suggest you bring your own water and other energy supplements if you will need them. We look forward to seeing you out there!
Wed love to answer questions about any restaurants, cafes, breweries, pubs, or shops that you see along the way.
If you would like more information or would like to join the Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club, please go to steeplechasers.org [https://steeplechasers.org]
The Route: FRF 12 Mile Training Turn by Turn
RIGHT on East St.
RIGHT on Monocacy Blvd.
RIGHT on Market St.
LEFT on 5th St.
LEFT on Bentz St.
RIGHT on Carroll Pkwy
LEFT on Kline Blvd.
RIGHT on Fairview Ave.
RIGHT on 2nd St.
LEFT on Dulaney
LEFT on Rockwell
RIGHT on Upper College Terr.
RIGHT on Broadbeck (on Hood College campus)
LEFT on Martha Church
Follow to Park Ave.
LEFT on Trail Ave.
LEFT on Sharpes Ln.
RIGHT on Toll House Ave.
LEFT on 9th St.
water stop here!
RIGHT on Fairview Ave.
LEFT on Market St.
RIGTH on 16th
RIGHT on Schifferstadt
RIGHT on Church St.
LEFT on Highland Ave.
RIGHT on Monroe Ave.
RIGHT on Patrick
LEFT on East, back to start
The Frederick Visitor Center will have plenty of information on Frederick, the nicest bathrooms in town, as well as a spot to warm up after the run. Please park in the lot next to the Visitors Center but dont park in their designated visitor spots. If we run out of spaces in the Visitor Center lot, theres a parking ramp across the street.
This is a casual group run that is NOT timed or held on a closed course. Runners of all abilities and paces are welcome, but must obey all traffic laws. We ask that you run on sidewalks where available and against traffic if you must enter the roadway for best visibility and safety. RUN AT YOUR OWN RISK.
The Steeplechasers will provide turn by turn directions and a mid-course water stop. Our friends at Charm City Run Frederick will provide post-run refreshments and breakfast at the store afterwards. We suggest you bring your own water and other energy supplements if you will need them. We look forward to seeing you out there!
Wed love to answer questions about any restaurants, cafes, breweries, pubs, or shops that you see along the way.
If you would like more information or would like to join the Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club, please go to steeplechasers.org [https://steeplechasers.org]
Races
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Preview Run
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
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Frederick Visitor Center, 151 East St, Frederick, 21701, MD, United States
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