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The Great Twilight Deadman's Hill 2 Mile Run

Date
August 22, 2026
Distance
Other
Price
$15
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From the Organizer

All ages, join us for the fastest two mile race in Frederick County, Maryland!***

2 mile race that is 95% flat or downhill. Bring your own parachute to slow you down! Check out a map of the race course here.

START:
7:00PM
(<---HENCE TWILIGHT!) ON SATURDAY AUGUST 22,2026
PRE-REGISTRATION, BIB PICK UP, AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS AT THE STARTING LINE.
THE STARTNG LINE WILL BE AT BRUNSWICK MIDDLE SCHOOL PARKING LOT off Cummings Drive, Brunswick, MD   21716

THIS IS A POINT TO POINT RACE. NOT OUT AND BACK. 

THE FINISH LINE IS DOWNTOWN BRUNSWICK AT THE SQUARE CORNER PARK. WE SUGGEST COMING IN ADVANCE, PARKING AT RAILROAD PARKING LOT OF DOWNTOWN BRUNSWICK AND USING ONE OF OUR FREE SHUTTLES TO SHUTTLE YOU TO THE STARTING LINE SO THAT YOU DON'T NEED TO GET BACK TO YOUR VEHICLE AFTER YOU FINISH THE RACE.
SEE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW AS TO HOW TO TAKE THE SHUTTLE VAN TO THE STARTING LINE


ENTRANCE FEE: 
Pre-race (online pre-registration closes AUGUST 15TH @ 11:59PM, BUT you can register on race day for an extra $5)
12 & Under: $5
13 to 18: $10
19 & Older: $15
ADD $5 TO EACH FEE ABOVE FOR RACE DAY REGISTRATION

BENEFIT:
BARC & BHS TRACK & FIELD EQUIPMENT PURCHASES

DISTANCE:
2 MILES  95% DOWNHILL OR FLAT
CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAP

COURSE:
This is a fast mostly downhill run. 
Start at the Brunswick Middle School, address is  301 Cummings Drive, Brunswick MD  21716.
Runners will run along Cummings Drive, turn onto 9th Ave, then make a left turning down the famous "Deadman's Hill" with a run along East Potomac Street to the finish at Square Corner Park. 
CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAP

FINISH LINE TREATS:
At the conclusion of the run, participants will be treated to an Ice Cream Sundae, lemonade, and snacks. Ice Cream provided by Little Red Barn Ice Cream Shop, Jefferson Maryland.

AWARDS:
This is not an award race, but final times will be kept for those with interest in getting a time for the 2 mile run.
Course record 2023 SIMON MCGILLIVARY with a 11:20.

SHUTTLE SERVICE TO START & REGISTRATION WILL DEPART FROM SQUARE CORNER PARKING AREA IN DOWNTOWN BRUNSWICK
River & Trail Outfitters will provide shuttle service, starting near square corner park in downtown Brunswick at the main stop light, 1 East Potomac Street corner of Maple Ave. and Potomac St.  The shuttle van will allow runners to park near the finish and get a ride up to the start area. Runners can park in the MARC train lot, and get a ride to the start by way of the River & Trail Shuttle Van.  The shuttle will depart at 6:15 pm and 6:30 pm.  This will allow you to park near the finish and have your car available when the race ends.  You can also park near the start at Brunswick Middle School and do registration there, then arrange for your own ride back to the start and your car.  IT’S YOUR CHOICE.

 ***It has not been verified that this is the fastest 2 mile race in Frederick County Maryland, just a fun line to use for entertainment purposes only.

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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

85°

Typical Low

60°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Sharpsburg 5 S, 8 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:31 AMSunset 7:58 PMDaylight 13h 27m

Host City

About Brunswick, MD

Population

7,994

as of 2023

City Elevation

379 ft

Nearest Airport

IAD

Washington Dulles International Airport · 27 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

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Race
The Great Twilight Deadman's Hill 2 Mile Run
Date
August 22, 2026

From Endurance Grid

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is The Great Twilight Deadman's Hill 2 Mile Run?
The Great Twilight Deadman's Hill 2 Mile Run is a running race held in Brunswick, Maryland on August 22, 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 Great Twilight Deadman's Hill 2 Mile Run?
Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Brunswick, Maryland at 301 Cummings Drive. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Great Twilight Deadman's Hill 2 Mile Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Great Twilight Deadman's Hill 2 Mile Run

Aug 22, 2026

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