
From the Organizer
Join the Tom McHugh Art Scholarship 5k
When: Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9:00 a.m. Rain or Shine. FREE Kiddie K Run (10 & under) starts at 8:45 a.m.
Where: Waterman’s Crab House & Dock Bar, 21055 East Sharp Street, Rock Hall, MD 21661.
Registration: $30 until Oct 3rd; $35 after and on event day. Registration starts 8:00 a.m. Questions? Contact Info@TCREventManagement.com
Silent Hero: Can't attend but would like to show your support? Register as a silent hero. We appreciate your support!
Awards: Awards to overall male/female and master winners, top 3 male/female runners in 10-year age groups awards and top 5 male/female walk finishers. Ribbons to all Kiddie K finishers. The awards ceremony will be held immediately after last participant finishes.
SWAG: Quality "Tom McHugh Arts Scholarship" tech shirts for all of our registered participants.
Celebrate: FallFest is an annual celebration of family, community, and oysters. Live music, entertainment, vendors, artisans, and food will be offered. Rock Hall is a charming waterfront town on the Chesapeake Bay. More information can be found at www.rockhallfallfest.org or www.RockHallMD.com
Our Mission: The Tom McHugh Arts Scholarship has been created to support a student whose character aligns with the spirit of Tom McHugh, a creative artist, an inspirational storyteller, and a community enthusiast. * Proceeds from the 5K will benefit the Tom McHugh Arts Scholarship Award to be presented to a KCHS graduating senior pursuing studies in an Arts curriculum. A portion of the proceeds will also benefit the Rock Hall Elementary School Arts Program.
The website for the Scholarship Site is https://tommchughscholarship.com/
We will continue our Virtual Option!! Run anywhere you like on October 10th to celebrate with us! If you would like a shirt, please note that you will need to make arrangements with the Race Director to pick it up. Shirts will NOT be mailed.
Events
Weather
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
69°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chestertown, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
1,286
as of 2023
Elevation
13 ft
Nearest Airport
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
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Tom McHugh Run for the Arts 5K Run/Walk
Oct 10, 2026