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Run the Rock - Rockville

Name: Run the Rock - Rockville
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-26
Location: Rockville

Rockville, United States • 26 Sep 2026

Run the Rock | Rockville

Run the Rock | Rockville is the fourth annual 5K event held at the Luck Stone Rockville quarry in Rockville, Virginia. The race course uses quarry terrain and includes gravel hills and scenic views of the quarry and plant area. The event originated in 2023 and expanded to include runners, families, neighbors, and local community members.

The event program includes local food vendors, family-friendly games and activities, event swag, and raffles that support a charitable cause. Registration for the listed 5K opened on 2026-05-21 and closed on 2026-06-05; the listed registration fee was $30.00.

The location for the event is Luck Stone Rockville, 1950 Rockville Industrial Way, Rockville, VA 23146, United States. The description emphasizes community engagement and the use of the quarry site for an outdoor running event rather than standard road or park settings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Rockville

Race information

Registration

3 mi

Rockville 5k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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