Parking Restrictions for the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk
Kentland and Lakelands residents will want to pay close attention to parking restrictions before and during the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run/Walk. Avoid getting a ticket and having your vehicles towed.
The following notice was distributed by the Kentlands Citizens Assembly.
Have a very special Labor Day weekend!
Parking Restrictions/Towing Fees Noted for 5K Run/Walk
No Parking on affected streets
12 a.m. - 12 p.m. August 30
No Driving On or Through the Race Course
7 a.m. - 11 a.m.
New City Towing Policy Will Mean a Ticket and Towing Fee to You if Vehicles are Left on the Course after Midnight.
IF TOWED CALL: GEYER'S TOWING at 301.540.1600
On Saturday, August 30 beginning at 8 am, over 1,500 race participants are expected to participate in this year's 5K Run, Walk & Kid's Fun Runs through the Kentlands and Lakelands neighborhoods. Runners, walkers and kids from all over the Greater D.C. Metropolitan area, the mid-Atlantic region and beyond will come to experience our unique new urbanist community during the Race. The Race benefits the Kentlands Community Foundation, Delores C. Swoyer Summer Camp Scholarship Fund, The Dwelling Place and The Maryland Senior Olympics. The Race will also serve as the Opening Event for the Maryland Senior Olympics!
The Races start and end on Main Street & Market Street East/West, between Market Street Plaza and the Courts of Devon, and end on Main Street at Market Street East. The well-renowned 5K Merchant Expo Festival and Awards Ceremony will take place immediately following the Race in the newly-renovated Market Square Plaza. This community event will be bringing participants and their friends and family to Kentlands/Lakelands business area, so this is a great opportunity to show our community spirit by running, walking, volunteering or cheering!
However, in order to ensure the safety of all race participants, race streets will be closed to parking before and during the race, and car traffic will be restricted until 12 p.m. on August 30. Cars left on the course after Midnight/ 12 a.m. on Race Day will be towed at the owner's expense. Please see the "5K No Parking Map", and plan accordingly.
Please note: If you live NEAR the Race Course, and anticipate the need to drive anywhere before 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 30, please MOVE YOUR CAR IN ADVANCE to a location that is not in a "tow-away zone" on Friday, August 29 (options include Lakelands Park MS, Lakelands Park Parking Lot past Kersten St, Rachel Carson ES, Kentlands Blvd, and Whole Foods or Bally's parking lots).
The Kentlands Community Foundation realizes the need to restrict parking and close streets or restrict access during the Race may inconvenience some residents and local merchants. We thank you in advance for your attention, understanding, and cooperation in making this year's Race the best and safest ever! If you have any questions or comments, please call the Kentlands Community Foundation at301.926.6636.
To register to run, walk or volunteer please go towww.kentlands.org!
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