Gingerbread Dash 5K - Hagerstown
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Gingerbread Dash 5K - Hagerstown
The Gingerbread Dash is a holiday 5K event held in downtown Hagerstown on Sunday, December 6, 2026. The race benefits Girls on the Run Mid Maryland, a 501(c)(3) program that supports social and emotional learning for girls in 3rd through 8th grade. The start and finish are on the outfield at Meritus Park, also referred to as the Flying Boxcar stadium.
The event is open to the public and includes both in-person and virtual participation options. It is described as accessible, and participants may run, walk, or roll across the finish line. Each registrant receives an event t-shirt and a medal; unisex and women’s sizing are available. Event merchandise will be mailed only to virtual registrants. Registrants who want a preferred shirt size must register before November 13, 2026. The Gingerbread Dash also offers linking medals for participants who run the companion Candy Cane Dash.
There is no on-site parking at Meritus Park; municipal parking is available nearby and is free on Sundays. An early packet pickup is scheduled at the Girls on the Run office on Thursday, December 3 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, and on-site packet pickup is available on race day. The event is supported by Meritus Park and has been held in downtown Hagerstown for multiple years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
