Run like Michael

Run Like Michael

Run Like Michael is scheduled for October 11, 2026 at Bretton Woods Recreation Center in Darnestown, Maryland. The event is hosted by the Michael Long Memorial Fund, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The event raises funds and awareness for addiction prevention, education, and support, and supports organizations that provide prevention services, treatment, recovery resources, and guidance for families affected by substance use disorders.

The event is held on trails and includes the following distances:

• 5K trail run
• 1 mile walk

Registration for both events opens on March 24, 2026 and closes on June 30, 2026. The registration fee is $30.00. Registered participants receive event T-shirts, though shirts are not guaranteed for registrations after September 27, 2026. Post-event food and refreshments include pizza, snacks, and other refreshments.

Packet pickup is scheduled for October 8, 2026 at Bretton Woods Recreation Center, International Pavilion, 15700 River Rd, Darnestown, MD 20874.

Sponsorship levels are offered with listed benefits: Gold $1,000, Silver $750, and Bronze $500, each with logo placement and a set number of complimentary race entries. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.