From the Organizer
Welcome to the Festival at Bel Air 5K!
Lace up and join us on the morning of Saturday, October 3, 2026 for the inaugural Festival at Bel Air 5K, a feel-good community celebration right in the heart of Bel Air, Maryland.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with friends, or bringing the whole family out for the 1K, this is your morning. We're bringing together runners, neighbors, local businesses, and community advocates for an event that's as much about connection as it is about competition.
And it's all for a cause that hits close to home. Every registration and every donation directly benefits Harford Family House, Harford County's largest provider of shelter and support for families and individuals experiencing homelessness. Driven by compassion, Harford Family House helps our neighbors achieve lasting independence through housing, resources, and the support they need to rebuild their lives.
Your entry fee. Your donation. Your presence. It all makes a difference.
Register Now
Chip-timed 5K and untimed 1K available. Every registrant receives a commemorative t-shirt, free parking, and access to the post-race festival. 5K finishers also receive a finisher medal.
Make a Donation
Can't make it race day? You can still show up for your community. Event proceeds will benefit Harford Family House.
Early bird pricing available for a limited time — don't wait!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
72°
Typical Low
52°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Aberdeen Phillips Fld, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bel Air, MD
Population
10,616
as of 2023
City Elevation
323 ft
Nearest Airport
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Festival at Bel Air 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Festival at Bel Air 5K?
- Festival at Bel Air 5K is a running race held in Bel Air, Maryland on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Festival at Bel Air 5K?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Bel Air, Maryland at 5 Bel Air S Pkwy. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Festival at Bel Air 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Festival at Bel Air 5K
Oct 3, 2026