The Highlands School 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk
The Highlands School 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk is a running race on October 11, 2026 in Bel Air, MD.
- Date
- October 11, 2026 (89 days to go)
- Location
- 424 Williams St., Bel Air, MD
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Race Day Registration is available! In person only!
Join Us for The Highlands School 5K & 1-Mile Fun Walk!
Held on the scenic and historic Ma & Pa Trail in the heart of Bel Air, MD.
Whether you’re running for time or walking for fun, every step helps change a child’s life. 100% of net proceeds go directly to offset tuition for families who need financial assistance—making it possible for more students to thrive in our small-group classrooms with individually tailored instruction that prepares them to return to mainstream school environments.
PRIZE MONEY? You betcha!
🏃 5K Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male & Female: 1st – $100 | 2nd – $50 | 3rd – $25
Top 2 Masters (40+) Male & Female: 1st – $75 | 2nd – $50
Youth (13 & under): Top 3 Male & Female receive trophies
SWAG? Absolutely.
All participants receive:
✔️ A long-sleeve 1/4-zip technical race shirt
✔️ Chip timing and race bib
✔️ Custom finisher’s medal (for both 5K & 1-Mile Walk)
✔️ Bonus Perks:
21 & over: Same-day beer ticket at Independent Brewing Company (right by the finish line!)
Under 21: Same-day ticket for ice cream or a pop at the brewery
Come for the cause. Stay for the community.
Let’s run (or walk!) to make a difference.
Host City
About Bel Air, MD
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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89
Days to train
- Race
- The Highlands School 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk
- Date
- October 11, 2026
- Location
- 424 Williams St., Bel Air, MD
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Bel Air than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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The Highlands School 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk
Oct 11, 2026