Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race
- Date
- April 10, 2027
- Distance
- 2027 Turtle Derby 5K Trail Race
From the Organizer
Join us for a turtle derby themed 5K trail race at Hopkins Farm Brewery on Saturday April 11th, 2026 to raise funds for local wildlife conservation
Race Goals
- Raise funds for Susquehannock Wildlife Society's local wildlife conservation efforts
- Raise awareness about turtle population declines and conservation efforts
- Build community between local wildlife conservationists, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts
- Have fun running around Hopkins Farm Brewery. Turtle costumes encouraged!
Packet Pickup
- Friday April 10th, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Susquehannock Wildlife Conservation Center (1725 Trappe Church Rd, Darlington, MD)
- Saturday April 11th, 2026, from 7:30 to 8:30 am at Hopkins Farm Brewery (3833 Rider Ln, Havre De Grace, MD)
Race Details
- Runners need to arrive at the start line at 9:00 am
- Brief introduction to the race from 9:00 to 9:10 am
- The race will start at 9:10 am
- Turtley awesome after party 9:30-11:00 am
- Beer available for purchase after 10 am
- Award ceremony 10:30 am
- The course will be a meandering 5K around the trails at Hopkins Farm Brewery
Race Course
Giveaways
- Every participant will receive a wooden race medal
- Add a race tee shirt for $5.00
- Race tees will be ordered on 3/27/2026, any sign ups after this date will have the option to purchase a shirt at the race.
Awards and Prizes
- Awards will be given to the top three males and females in each age group
- Age groups: 10 and under, 11-18, 19-30, 30-50, 50 and over
- Prizes given to the most realistic turtle costume, most original turtle costume, best overall turtle costume, best group turtle costume, and best family turtle costume
After party
- After you are done racing, join us for the turtley awesome after party
- Awards and prizes will be presented at 10:30 am
- Live music by Sean O'Brien
- Grab a beer at Hopkins Farm Brewery
Contact for John@suskywildlife.org questions
This event made possible by a grant from the Harford County Office of Community & Economic Development. For those of you who are visiting from out of town, please consider staying in a local hotel so you can join both of our pollinator events this weekend. Hotel accommodations and other fun things in the area can be found by visiting www.helloharford.com
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
63°
Typical Low
41°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Aberdeen Phillips Fld, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Havre De Grace, MD
Population
14,857
as of 2023
Elevation
221 ft
Nearest Airport
ILG
Wilmington Airport · 29 mi
Major Hub
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 39 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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- Date
- April 10, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race?
- Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race is a running race held in Havre De Grace, Maryland on April 10, 2027. 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 Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race?
- Saturday, April 10, 2027 in Havre De Grace, Maryland at 3833 Rider Ln, Havre De Grace, MD. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race
Apr 10, 2027