Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run
- Date
- May 31, 2027
- Location
- 21 N Bentz St., Frederick, MD
- Distance
- Panda 1K Fun Run · Panda 5K (Ages 12 and Under) · Panda 5K (Ages 13 and Up)
From the Organizer
Parkway Elementary School will once again be hosting its Parkway Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run event. The course will wind its way through beautiful Baker Park and the surrounding neighborhoods. This fun event will benefit the Parkway Elementary School community.
Start Location:
Near Baker Park Bandshell
21 N. Bentz St.
Frederick, MD 21701
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Race Start Times:
♦ 8:30am - 1K Fun Run
♦ 9:00am - 5K
Race Shirts:
♦ Race shirts for the 5K and 1K will be provided to all participants who register by Friday, May 01, 2026. For those who register after May 02, race shirts will be given out on a first come-first serve basis, if available.
♦ In-person, race day registration will open up at 7:30am.
Packet Pick-Up:
♦ Packets can be picked up from the front steps of Parkway Elementary School on Friday, May 28 between 3:30-4:30pm. Packets can also be picked up on race day starting at 7:30am.
Awards:
♦ Awards will be given out to top finishers in different categories: 7 and under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 - 69 and 70+
Want to be a race sponsor?
We are seeking a variety of sponsors to support our event through monetary sponsorships, food and beverage donations, as well as prizes such as gift certificates for goods and services. For more information visit https://forms.gle/rTNocWzmiYximykd6
Questions?
Please email ptaparkway@gmail.com.
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
81°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Frederick Police Brks, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Frederick, MD
Population
80,617
as of 2023
Elevation
329 ft
Nearest Airport
HGR
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field · 26 mi
Major Hub
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 33 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run?
- Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run is a running race held in Frederick, Maryland on May 31, 2027. 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 Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run?
- Monday, May 31, 2027 in Frederick, Maryland at 21 N Bentz St., Frederick, MD. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run
May 31, 2027