North by North 5k is a running race on December 27, 2026 in Bel Air, MD.
From the Organizer
This is part of the Harford County Running Club's Sunday Run Series.
Join Harford County Running Club and the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail Foundation for a 5k Run and walk on the new section of the Trail. We will start at the North Ave Trailhead parking lot and go North to Blake Venture on the Ma and Pa Trail. We will turn around at the cone at Melrose Lane and return to North Avenue. The 5k run will start at 8:00 am and the 5k walk will start at 8:05 am. Random prizes will be handed out. Merchandise items will be available for sale for the trail and the running club.
**This is a self-timing event. Please enter your time using the QR code at the finish table.
Parking: North Avenue Trailhead
Run Host: Phil Anderson
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Weather
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
43°
Typical Low
28°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Aberdeen Phillips Fld, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
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.
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North by North 5k
Dec 27, 2026