Howard's Half Marathon/5K Run Festival
- Date Sun 30th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Cumberland, Maryland
- Price $27.50 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Howard's Half Marathon and 5K Run Festival on Sunday, August 30, 2026, in the scenic Cumberland, Allegany! This exciting charity race, which has been a beloved tradition since 2015, aims to support the Allegany County Animal Shelter. With over $40,000 raised for Maryland's first municipal no-kill shelter, your participation makes a difference!
The festival features two exhilarating events: an out-and-back half marathon and a 5K run, both starting and finishing at the beautiful Canal Place Stage. The half marathon will set off first, followed by the energetic 5K shortly after. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual participant, you’ll enjoy a fantastic day filled with community spirit and a shared love for animals. Don't miss this opportunity to run for a cause while enjoying the stunning surroundings of Allegany County!
The festival features two exhilarating events: an out-and-back half marathon and a 5K run, both starting and finishing at the beautiful Canal Place Stage. The half marathon will set off first, followed by the energetic 5K shortly after. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual participant, you’ll enjoy a fantastic day filled with community spirit and a shared love for animals. Don't miss this opportunity to run for a cause while enjoying the stunning surroundings of Allegany County!
Organiser's Description
HOWARD'S RUN FESTIVAL IS A CHARITY RACE TO BENEFIT THE ALLEGANY COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER. STARTING IN 2015, THE EVENT HAS RAISED OVER $40,000 FOR MARYLAND'S FIRST MUNICIPAL NO-KILL SHELTER. THE EVENT IS MANAGED BY SHARON EVERETT AND RAY HUNT. THE FESTIVAL CONSISTS OF TWO EVENTS HELD THE 1ST SUNDAY IN SEPTEMBER, AN OUT AND BACK HALF MARATHON STARTING AND FINISHING AT THE CANAL PLACE STAGE. THE SECOND EVENT, AN OUT AND BACK 5K EVENT, ALSO STARTS AND FINISHING AT THE CANAL PLACE STAGE AREA AND STARTS SHORTLY AFTER THE HALF MARATHON.
Races
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Howard's Half Marathon
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$48.70
OPENS 01 MAR -
Howard's 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 MAR
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13 Canal St, Cumberland, 21502, MD, United States
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