Girls on the Run Central Maryland Howard County 5K
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Howard County 5K : Girls on the Run Central Maryland
The Howard County 5K is an end-of-season celebratory event for Girls on the Run Central Maryland program participants and community members. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 7150 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, MD 21046. It marks the conclusion of the season and provides a structured, noncompetitive 5K distance of 3.1 miles for participants to complete with running buddies, coaches, family, or friends.
Program participants and coaches are pre-registered for the 5K and receive commemorative medals. Registered participants can receive a 5K shirt if registration occurred by April 27, 2026. Registration options listed include 5K Buddy and Community Participant, each with a fee of $40, and the event policy states that no refunds are allowed. All registrants must complete liability waivers.
The council provides event accessibility and safety measures: bib numbers are required, each participant has a running buddy, the course is monitored, head counts are conducted, and designated parking is available. Volunteers appointed through the council undergo background checks. Typical volunteer roles include set-up and tear down, registration, course marshals, running buddies, water stations, cheer stations, and activity stations such as happy hair or face painting.
Additional on-site offerings include a merchandise booth, sign making, photo booth, water stops, and other season-closing activities. Packet pick-up is available at Feet First located at 5305 Village Center Dr, Columbia, MD 21044. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
