Sickle Cell Awareness 5K Walk & Run Benefit – Harrington, DE 2026
This benefit 5K starts at 10:00 AM on April 11, 2026, in Harrington, Delaware, giving you time to arrive the morning of the race without an overnight stay if your travel logistics allow it. The race launches from 114 E Liberty Street and supports sickle cell awareness. The $45 entry fee covers participation in the 5K distance. As a smaller-town event focused on community benefit, this race offers a straightforward local racing option for runners and walkers in the Delaware area.
Course & Travel Notes
The Sickle Cell Awareness 5K Walk & Run Benefit takes place in Harrington, Delaware on April 11, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM, so you'll have plenty of daylight since sunrise is at 6:31 AM that morning. The venue sits at a modest 52 feet elevation, making it pretty accessible for most fitness levels. Plan for typical spring weather with highs around 65°F and lows near 42°F—bring layers just in case, since there's about a one-in-three chance of rain. If you're flying in, Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force Base is your closest option at just 15 miles away from the race location.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for April 11.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Harrington, DE. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Sickle Cell Awareness 5K Walk & Run Benefit – Harrington, DE 2026?
Sickle Cell Awareness 5K Walk & Run Benefit – Harrington, DE 2026 takes place on April 11, 2026. The race is held in Harrington, Delaware.
Where is Sickle Cell Awareness 5K Walk & Run Benefit – Harrington, DE 2026 held?
Sickle Cell Awareness 5K Walk & Run Benefit – Harrington, DE 2026 is held at 114 E Liberty Street in Harrington, Delaware.
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