Candy Cane Dash
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Frederick, Maryland
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the annual Candy Cane Dash on Saturday, December 5th, 2026! This festive 5K event takes place in the scenic Baker Park in Frederick, Maryland, and is designed to bring the community together in support of a wonderful cause—benefiting Girls on the Run of Mid and Western Maryland. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join in the fun, whether you’re a competitive runner or just looking to enjoy the holiday spirit in a playful costume.
The Candy Cane Dash is not only a great way to stay active, but it also celebrates the spirit of youth empowerment through the Girls on the Run program, which inspires girls in grades 3-8 to be joyful, healthy, and confident. Plus, don’t miss the chance to extend the festivities with the companion Gingerbread Dash 5K happening the very next day on December 6th in Downtown Hagerstown, where holiday cheer will be in abundance! Mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting celebration of community and fitness!
The Candy Cane Dash is not only a great way to stay active, but it also celebrates the spirit of youth empowerment through the Girls on the Run program, which inspires girls in grades 3-8 to be joyful, healthy, and confident. Plus, don’t miss the chance to extend the festivities with the companion Gingerbread Dash 5K happening the very next day on December 6th in Downtown Hagerstown, where holiday cheer will be in abundance! Mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting celebration of community and fitness!
Organiser's Description
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This beautiful and fun 5K dash around Frederick Maryland's Baker Park is held annually on the first Saturday of December to benefit Girls on the Run of Mid and Western Maryland. Come ready to compete, or come in a (safe) costume - we'll provide a high-energy event for all!
WHAT IS GIRLS ON THE RUN?
Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a youth development after school program for girls in 3rd-8th grade. The program is dedicated to inspiring girls to be joyful, healthy and confident while creatively integrating running or movement. Each season concludes with a celebratory 5K run!
COMPANION RACE - GINGERBREAD DASH 5K!
_INCLUDES LINKING MEDALS!_
The elves are once again excited to bring back the Dash spirit to DOWNTOWN HAGERSTOWN ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2026 with the Gingerbread Dash! This event promises to be the perfect complement to the Candy Cane Dash, with plenty of holiday cheer to go around! For information about the Gingerbread Dash visit us at WWW.GINGERBREADDASH.ORG. [http://www.gingerbreaddash.org]
This beautiful and fun 5K dash around Frederick Maryland's Baker Park is held annually on the first Saturday of December to benefit Girls on the Run of Mid and Western Maryland. Come ready to compete, or come in a (safe) costume - we'll provide a high-energy event for all!
WHAT IS GIRLS ON THE RUN?
Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a youth development after school program for girls in 3rd-8th grade. The program is dedicated to inspiring girls to be joyful, healthy and confident while creatively integrating running or movement. Each season concludes with a celebratory 5K run!
COMPANION RACE - GINGERBREAD DASH 5K!
_INCLUDES LINKING MEDALS!_
The elves are once again excited to bring back the Dash spirit to DOWNTOWN HAGERSTOWN ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2026 with the Gingerbread Dash! This event promises to be the perfect complement to the Candy Cane Dash, with plenty of holiday cheer to go around! For information about the Gingerbread Dash visit us at WWW.GINGERBREADDASH.ORG. [http://www.gingerbreaddash.org]
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & 2026 Shirt Design
Sat 5th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
OPENS 03 JULNote: Those registering after November 13 are not guaranteed their preferred shirt size. Shirts and sizes will be subject to availability. -
Asa 5k
Incl. $2.68 Fee & 2026 Shirt Design
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:50AM EST)
$30.68
OPENS 03 JUL -
1K Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & 2026 Shirt Design
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$16.90
OPENS 03 JULNote: Those registering after November 13 are not guaranteed their preferred shirt size. Shirts and sizes will be subject to availability. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & 2026 Shirt Design
$38.10
OPENS 03 JULVirtual participants will receive their packet by mail. Shipping is included in the cost of registration. Note: Those registering after November 13 are not guaranteed their preferred shirt size. Shirts and sizes will be subject to availability.
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