Hotels Near AFCEA Central Maryland Race for Excellence – 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk – Columbia, MD 2026 Apr 2026

Date

April 18, 2026

Location

Columbia, MD

Venue

Leidos

Start Time

9:00 AM

Entry Fee

$30.00 – $50.00

Events

5K, Family Fun Run/Walk, Virtual 5K, Virtual Family Fun Run/Walk

Includes

Shirt Size - Only guaranteed if registered by March 31st.

The AFCEA Central Maryland Race for Excellence takes place April 18, 2026, in Columbia, Maryland at Leidos. This running event offers three distance options: a 1-mile course, a 3.1-mile option, and a 5K. The race starts at 9:00 AM, giving you a morning slot to complete your effort before the day gets hot. Entry fees range from $30 to $50 depending on your chosen distance. Whether you're targeting a longer training run or bringing family members for a shorter outing, this event accommodates multiple fitness levels in one race. The central Maryland location makes it accessible for athletes across the Baltimore-Washington corridor.

From the Race Organizer

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 AFCEA’s Central Maryland STEM Scholarship Fund. Join over 1,000 participants and spectators on a beautiful April day to take part in th

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is AFCEA Central Maryland Race for Excellence – 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk – Columbia, MD 2026?

AFCEA Central Maryland Race for Excellence – 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk – Columbia, MD 2026 takes place on April 18, 2026. The race is held in Columbia, Maryland.

Where is AFCEA Central Maryland Race for Excellence – 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk – Columbia, MD 2026 held?

AFCEA Central Maryland Race for Excellence – 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk – Columbia, MD 2026 is held at Leidos in Columbia, Maryland.

Where can I find hotels near AFCEA Central Maryland Race for Excellence – 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk – Columbia, MD 2026?

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