Candy Cane Dash
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Frederick, Maryland
- Price $22.20 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready to jingle all the way at the annual Candy Cane Dash on Saturday, December 5, 2026, in the picturesque Baker Park, Frederick, Maryland! This festive 5K run is not just a race; it's a celebration of health, joy, and community spirit, benefiting the amazing Girls on the Run program. Participants are encouraged to embrace the holiday spirit by donning fun and creative costumes while they dash through the scenic course.
The Candy Cane Dash offers a fantastic opportunity for runners of all ages and abilities to come together, get active, and support a great cause that empowers young girls to be confident and healthy. Plus, don't miss out on the companion event, the Gingerbread Dash 5K, taking place the following day, December 6, 2026, in Downtown Hagerstown, ensuring a weekend filled with cheer and community connection. Lace up your running shoes and join us for this joyful holiday tradition!
The Candy Cane Dash offers a fantastic opportunity for runners of all ages and abilities to come together, get active, and support a great cause that empowers young girls to be confident and healthy. Plus, don't miss out on the companion event, the Gingerbread Dash 5K, taking place the following day, December 6, 2026, in Downtown Hagerstown, ensuring a weekend filled with cheer and community connection. Lace up your running shoes and join us for this joyful holiday tradition!
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!
DATE: SATURDAY DECEMBER 5, 2026
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!
DATE: SATURDAY DECEMBER 5, 2026
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. $2.80 Fee & 2026 Shirt Design
Sat 5th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
Note: 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
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1K Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & 2026 Shirt Design
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$22.20
Note: Those registering after November 13 are not guaranteed their preferred shirt size. Shirts and sizes will be subject to availability. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & 2026 Shirt Design
$43.40
Virtual 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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