Schaeffer Half Marathon and 10K Trail Run

Event overview

The Schaeffer Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Trail Run takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Button Farm Living History Center in Germantown, MD. The courses use singletrack trails and open farm fields on Schaeffer Farms. The event offers in-person and virtual options for the Half Marathon, 10K and 5K. The courses listed include 13.5 miles for the half marathon (about 1,000 ft elevation gain) and 6.7 miles for the 10K (about 500 ft elevation gain). The race partners with local nonprofit Interfaith Works for fundraising and awareness.

Logistics and rules

Registration fees vary by event and registration period: half marathon fees range from $70 to $90; 10K fees range from $45 to $65; 5K fees range from $45 to $55. Race services include aid stations, medical support, awards, finisher medals and race shirts, and post-race food. The staging area is Button Farm Living History Center, 16820 Black Rock Road, Germantown, MD.

General race rules prohibit in-ear headphones, pets, pacers and baby strollers on the course. Outside assistance is allowed only within 50 meters of aid stations. Race numbers must be visible on the front. There are no cut-off times. Age divisions are offered for Male, Female and Non-Binary categories across standard age groups. Distances offered: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• Half Marathon - 13.5 miles
• 10K - 6.7 miles
• 5K - in-person and virtual options available

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