The Zaching Running Festival

 The Zaching Running Festival
Run for a Cause. Every Step Makes a Difference.
Saturday, November 21. 2026

Join us for the Annual Zaching Running Festival benefitting the ZACHING AGAINST CANCER FOUNDATION at beautiful Turf Valley Towne Square/Turf Valley Resort and experience one of Maryland's premier running events—all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families.

Whether you're a seasoned runner chasing a personal best, walking with friends and family, or participating in honor or memory of someone touched by cancer, your miles have a purpose. Choose from our 10K, 5K, or 1-Mile Walk and enjoy a scenic course through Turf Valley followed by an unforgettable finish line celebration.

Your registration includes:
Professionally timed 5K & 10K races
Scenic Turf Valley course
Race premium (10K and 5K only)
Post-race festival with live music, food, beer garden, bloody marys, oysters and awards

Every dollar raised benefits the Zaching Against Cancer Foundation, helping provide financial assistance through the Little Things for Cancer Program, transportation to treatment, groceries, utility assistance, prescription co-pays, and other vital services that ease the burden of cancer for families throughout Maryland.

At Zaching Against Cancer, we believe that Strength, Courage, Determination, and Hope can change lives. When you participate in the Zaching Running Festival, you're not just crossing a finish line—you're helping someone facing cancer take the next step in their journey.

Run with purpose. Walk with hope. Make every step count.

We can't wait to see you at the starting line!

Join fellow runners on November 21, 2026 for the The Zaching Running Festival. It's a fantastic 5K, 10K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Ellicott City.