Earth Day 5K – Bel Air, MD 2026

Date
April 22, 2026
Location
Bel Air, MD
Venue
Ma & Pa Heritage Trail
Start Time
6:30 PM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $35.00
Events
5K Run or Walk, 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, Virtual 5K
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On April 22, 2026, the Earth Day 5K takes place in Bel Air, Maryland, along the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail. Despite its name, the event offers a 1-mile run rather than the traditional 5K distance. The race starts at 6:30 PM, making it an evening event. Entry fees range from $20 to $35, positioning it as an affordable local option for runners looking to participate in an Earth Day celebration. The Ma & Pa Heritage Trail provides the setting for this springtime race.

From the Race Organizer
Come on out and celebrate Earth Day with Blue Cheetah! Join us for our 4th annual Earth Day event and pay tribute to the Earth with an environmentally friendly race on the Ma & Pa Trail. Wednesday, April 22, 2026 6:30 pm at the Ma & Pa Trail - Williams Street Entrance In-person 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Run, or Virtual 5K options are available. All participants will receive our finishers medal, made out of sustainable materials, and a plant. 5K - $25/per person through Feb. 28, 2025 - $30 per person March 1 through race day. 1Mile - $20 per person through Feb. 29, 2025 - $25/per person March 1 through race day. Virtual 5K - $30/per person through Feb. 28, 2025 - $35 per person March 1 through race day. Virtual Registration includes packet shipping. Race Day Packet Pickup to start at 4:00 pm - Advance Packet Pickup TBD. Packet mailouts are available for an additional fee of $5.00. Event Parking at Liriodendron Mansion, lower lot (use W. Broadway entrance) This race is being professionally

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Earth Day 5K – Bel Air, MD 2026?

Earth Day 5K – Bel Air, MD 2026 takes place on April 22, 2026. The race is held in Bel Air, Maryland.

Where is Earth Day 5K – Bel Air, MD 2026 held?

Earth Day 5K – Bel Air, MD 2026 is held at Ma & Pa Heritage Trail in Bel Air, Maryland.

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