Ocean Pines Association - Freedom 5k

Tuesday, July 4, 2023 Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Berlin, Maryland
$48.70 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Join us for a day of family fun and fitness at the 10th Annual Freedom 5K on July 4th, 2023, in beautiful Berlin, Worcester! This exciting race, starting and finishing at the picturesque Veteran's Memorial Park, invites participants to dress in their best star-spangled costumes to celebrate Independence Day. With a registration fee of $30 until July 3rd and $35 on race day, this event is perfect for runners of all ages. Runners can look forward to awards for the top three males and females in various age groups, as well as a special trophy for the best 4th of July costume!

The morning kicks off with packet pickup at 7:15 AM and the race commences at 8 AM. After the race, stick around for an afternoon packed with entertainment, including DJ Rupe, carnival games, bounce houses, and delicious food, all leading up to a spectacular fireworks display at 9 PM. The fun continues at the Veterans Memorial site, where a carnival wristband is just $15 for 4.5 hours of enjoyment. Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of community and patriotism in Berlin, MD!

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  • 5k

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM EDT

    $48.70

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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.

Location

11144 Cathell Rd, Ocean Pines, 21811, MD, United States

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