From the Organizer
Join us for the 2026 Pink Ribbon 5K at Hood College or Virtually!
Included in the cost of your 5K registration:
- Well organized and professional event
- Race T-Shirt
- Satisfaction of finishing a race!
SHIRTS GUARANTEED UNTIL OCTOBER 4TH, 2026
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
68°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Frederick Police Brks, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Frederick, MD
Population
80,617
as of 2023
City 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Pink Ribbon 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
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
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Pink Ribbon 5K?
- Pink Ribbon 5K is a running race held in Frederick, Maryland on October 18, 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 Pink Ribbon 5K?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Frederick, Maryland at Hood College. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Pink Ribbon 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Pink Ribbon 5K
Oct 18, 2026