Retriever 5k Dawg Chase and Fun Run
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Family Fun Run
From the Organizer
Whether you’re in it for some friendly competition or would rather stick with a group, this event’s emphasis is on camaraderie, bringing together all paces and styles.
The 5k or 1 mile routes start and end at the Albin O. Kuhn Library. The 1 mile route will be leisurely and casually paced (pet and family friendly). Check-in time begins at 7:30 a.m. and the race/walk is at 8:30 a.m.
Entry Fees:
$20 for faculty, staff, alumni, and friends aged 17+ (anyone under 17 must be accompanied and registered by an adult)
$5 for current UMBC students
$50 for a family pack option (includes up to two adults 18 and over and any number of children)
$25 race day fee for non-students, $10 for students, and $60 for a family pack (pending space)
Event is limited to 250 participants
VISIT https://homecoming.umbc.edu/ to register and get more information.
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
66°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Md Sci Ctr Baltimore, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Baltimore, MD
Population
577,193
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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Days to train
- Race
- Retriever 5k Dawg Chase and Fun Run
- Date
- October 24, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Retriever 5k Dawg Chase and Fun Run?
- Retriever 5k Dawg Chase and Fun Run is a running race held in Baltimore, Maryland on October 24, 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 Retriever 5k Dawg Chase and Fun Run?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Baltimore, Maryland at University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Baltimore, MD. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Retriever 5k Dawg Chase and Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Retriever 5k Dawg Chase and Fun Run
Oct 24, 2026