Howard's Half Marathon/5K Run Festival
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Howard's Half Marathon/5K Run Festival
Howard's Run Festival is a charity road race in Cumberland, Maryland, that benefits the Allegany County Animal Shelter. The event began in 2015 and has raised over $40,000 for Maryland's first municipal no-kill shelter. The 2026 edition is listed for August 30, 2026, at the Canal Place stage area, 13 Canal St, Cumberland, MD 21502.
The festival consists of two out-and-back road races that start and finish at the Canal Place stage area. The two events are scheduled on the same day, with the 5K beginning shortly after the half marathon.
Distances:
- 13.1 Miles out-and-back half marathon, starts and finishes at Canal Place stage
- 3.1 Miles out-and-back 5K, starts and finishes at Canal Place stage
Registration details for the 2026 races are provided for specified windows and fees. Registration opened March 1, 2026, and closed April 30, 2026. Listed registration fees were $45.00 for the half marathon and $25.00 for the 5K.
The race format, fundraising purpose, location, and listed registration fees are the primary factual elements for the 2026 festival. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
