Ocean Pines Association - Freedom 5k
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Berlin, Maryland
$38.10 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us for the 10th Annual Freedom 5K on Thursday, July 4th, 2024, in the picturesque setting of Veterans Memorial Park, Berlin, Worcester. This family-friendly event invites participants to lace up their running shoes and don their best star-spangled costumes for a day filled with fun and fitness. The race kicks off at 8 AM, with packet pickup and race day registration starting at 7:15 AM. Runners can register for just $30 until July 3rd, with a $35 fee on race day, so be sure to sign up early to guarantee your shirt size!
After the race, stick around for an exciting day of festivities hosted by the Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks Department. From 4 PM to 8:45 PM, enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with DJ Rupe spinning great tunes, carnival games, bounce houses, and plenty of delicious food. The celebrations culminate with a spectacular fireworks display at 9 PM, lighting up the night sky over South Gate Pond. Don’t miss this unforgettable Independence Day celebration that combines community spirit, fitness, and festive fun!
After the race, stick around for an exciting day of festivities hosted by the Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks Department. From 4 PM to 8:45 PM, enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with DJ Rupe spinning great tunes, carnival games, bounce houses, and plenty of delicious food. The celebrations culminate with a spectacular fireworks display at 9 PM, lighting up the night sky over South Gate Pond. Don’t miss this unforgettable Independence Day celebration that combines community spirit, fitness, and festive fun!
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$38.10
Organiser's description
Bring the family and join us for our 10th Annual Freedom 5K! This race will start and finish at our beautiful Veteran's Memorial Park.
Come dressed in your best star-spangled costume! Register before JUNE 10 to guarantee your shirt size.
PRICING
$30 March 15 - July 3
$35 race day
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP
July 3rd, Noon - 5pm Ocean Pines Community Center- 235 Ocean Pkwy. Ocean Pines, MD _***** NOTE****** DUE TO HIGH REGISTRATION AND LACK OF AVAILABLE BIBS, NO MORE PACKET PICK-UP IS AVAILABLE TODAY. ALL REMAINING PICK-UPS WILL NEED TO BE DONE THURSDAY MORNING PRIOR TO THE RACE! THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING AND SEE YOU ALL TOMORROW!_
RACE DAY
7:15 am packet pickup and race day registration
8 am Race Starts
PARKING
Free parking is available across the street at the Library or Taylor Bank
ADDRESS
Veterans Memorial Park located at 11444 Cathell Road, Berlin, MD.
Awards
Top 3 females and top 3 males per age group: 10 & under, 11-14, 15 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69, Over 70
Best 4th of July costume - Trophy for 1 winner (Must be a race participant)
After the race
The Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks Department will host a day of fun at the Veterans Memorial site from 4 pm - 845pm. DJ Rupe playing great music, Carnival Games, Bounce Houses, Dry Slides, and lots of food and fun!
The fireworks will be in the same location starting at 9:00 pm. Beautiful location, Flying high above the South Gate Pond.
The fee for the carnival wristband of fun is $15 per participant for 4 1/2 hours of fun!!!!
** T-shirts are guaranteed for pre-registered participants. Sizes not guaranteed for DAY OF Registration.
Come dressed in your best star-spangled costume! Register before JUNE 10 to guarantee your shirt size.
PRICING
$30 March 15 - July 3
$35 race day
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP
July 3rd, Noon - 5pm Ocean Pines Community Center- 235 Ocean Pkwy. Ocean Pines, MD _***** NOTE****** DUE TO HIGH REGISTRATION AND LACK OF AVAILABLE BIBS, NO MORE PACKET PICK-UP IS AVAILABLE TODAY. ALL REMAINING PICK-UPS WILL NEED TO BE DONE THURSDAY MORNING PRIOR TO THE RACE! THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING AND SEE YOU ALL TOMORROW!_
RACE DAY
7:15 am packet pickup and race day registration
8 am Race Starts
PARKING
Free parking is available across the street at the Library or Taylor Bank
ADDRESS
Veterans Memorial Park located at 11444 Cathell Road, Berlin, MD.
Awards
Top 3 females and top 3 males per age group: 10 & under, 11-14, 15 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69, Over 70
Best 4th of July costume - Trophy for 1 winner (Must be a race participant)
After the race
The Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks Department will host a day of fun at the Veterans Memorial site from 4 pm - 845pm. DJ Rupe playing great music, Carnival Games, Bounce Houses, Dry Slides, and lots of food and fun!
The fireworks will be in the same location starting at 9:00 pm. Beautiful location, Flying high above the South Gate Pond.
The fee for the carnival wristband of fun is $15 per participant for 4 1/2 hours of fun!!!!
** T-shirts are guaranteed for pre-registered participants. Sizes not guaranteed for DAY OF Registration.
Location
11144 Cathell Rd, Ocean Pines, 21811, MD, United States
Ocean Pines Association - Freedom 5k
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