Azalea Classic
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Azalea Classic : University Park, MD
The Azalea Classic is a community running event held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at University Park Elementary School in University Park, MD 20782. The event is organized by the school Parent Teacher Association and all proceeds benefit programs at the school. It will take place rain or shine, and dogs and strollers are permitted.
Distances offered:
- 5K (USATF-sanctioned)
- 1 Mile Challenge Run
- 1K Val Creighton Family Fun Run
Packet pick-up takes place the day before the event and on the morning of the event; shirts are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and morning pickup may not include all sizes. Registrations include tiered pricing and group discounts; multi-person registrations receive a discount and family sponsorship options are available that include name placement on the event shirt.
Participants and residents should expect street closures along the race route beginning in the morning. The event location lists nearby streets where parking is often available, including blocks of Underwood Street, 44th Avenue, Tuckerman Street, 41st Avenue, and Queens Chapel Road. The description focuses on event format, location, participant amenities, and community benefits. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
