St Joseph 5K and Fun Run
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Frederick, Maryland
- Price $27.50 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 4th Annual St. Joseph 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in beautiful Frederick! This exciting community event, hosted by St. Joseph on Carrollton Manor Catholic Church, welcomes everyone from seasoned runners to casual walkers, offering an exhilarating experience while supporting a worthy cause. Participants can choose between the competitive 5K race and the family-friendly 1 Mile Fun Run, making it a perfect day for everyone to come together and have fun.
This year’s event not only aims to break the previous record of 200 participants but also focuses on giving back to the community. Proceeds will aid in the restoration of the historic church and support the local Food Pantry. Don’t miss your chance to join in on the festivities! Early registrants for the 5K will have the opportunity to win fantastic prizes, including a $100 gift card to Dick's Sporting Goods. Plus, every Fun Run participant aged 13 and under will receive a special ribbon. Bring your family and friends, and be sure to contribute to the food drive by donating canned goods or dry food items. It’s a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit—see you
This year’s event not only aims to break the previous record of 200 participants but also focuses on giving back to the community. Proceeds will aid in the restoration of the historic church and support the local Food Pantry. Don’t miss your chance to join in on the festivities! Early registrants for the 5K will have the opportunity to win fantastic prizes, including a $100 gift card to Dick's Sporting Goods. Plus, every Fun Run participant aged 13 and under will receive a special ribbon. Bring your family and friends, and be sure to contribute to the food drive by donating canned goods or dry food items. It’s a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit—see you
Organiser's Description
Join the Frederick community for our 4th Annual St. Joseph's 5K and Fun Run hosted by St. Joseph on Carrollton Manor Catholic Church! We are excited to come together for a fun, family-friendly event that makes a lasting impact! The majority of the proceeds will go towards the restoration of the Historic Church. In addition, a portion of this years proceeds will be donated back to the Food Pantry which is housed in the basement of the historic church.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, or looking for a fun way to support a good cause, this race is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and have a great time. We were so close to reaching 200 participants last year. Help us break the 200 mark! Grab your family, friends or running buddy and come out for a great event! See you at the starting line!
Can't run? You can still help!
* Volunteer on Race Day
* Become a sponsor
* Make a general donation to St. Joseph on Carrollton Manor (be sure to specify 2026 St. Joseph 5K and Fun Run
5K RACE
REGISTER EARLY! THE FIRST 25 5K PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING TO RECEIVE A $100 DICK'S SPORTING GOODS GIFT CARD. The cost for the 5K registration for will increase from $45 to $50 after February 16th, so register now! In order to be guaranteed an official race day t-shirt, please register no later than March 20th.
For the 5K, runners will be timed with chipped bibs and prize medals will be awarded to the top three men and the top top three women in multiple age brackets. In addition, all registered runners will automatically be entered into a drawing to win awesome prizes from some of Frederick's local businesses!
1 MILE FUN RUN
The cost for the Fun Run is $25. The more the merrier, though... If you sign-up with a group of 4 or more, each runner will receive a $5 discount. Bring your whole family and have a great time! All Fun Run participants (13 and under) will be awarded a Fun Run ribbon.
FOOD DRIVE
THIS EVENT IS A FOOD DRIVE ALSO! Please bring a canned good or dry food item to donate to St. Joseph Food Pantry that is used to provide food and hope to neighbors in need.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Packet Pickup will take place at the HISTORIC CHURCH at St. Joseph on Carrollton Manor on Friday, April 10th from 5-7 PM (strongly encouraged to avoid waiting in line on race day). Please pay attention to signage about packet pick-up for Friday evening. There is a separate parking lot for the historic church that is just a few hundred feet from the main entrance to the church. Road signs will help direct you to the appropriate lot. You may also choose to pickup your packet on race day between 7 and 8 AM in front of the main church near the parking area. If you choose to pickup your packet on race day, please arrive early as to not delay the start of the race.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
7-8 AM: Packet Pickup and On-site registration
8:15 AM: Group Warm-up
8:25 AM: National Anthem
8:30 AM: 5K Race starts
9:15 AM: 1 Mile Fun Run starts
10:00 AM: 5K Awards
SEE COURSE MAPS:
5K Course Map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5414245249/]
1 Mile Fun Run Course Map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5415598591]
PARKING: All participants for the 5K and Fun Run should be parked no later than 8:15 the day of the race. If for some reason you arrive after that time, you must enter Manor Woods Road from the New Design Side. Please park in the main parking lot of the church and our volunteers will direct you to the historic church will the race will begin.
STROLLERS: Strollers are allowed for this event. If you are pushing a stroller, please plan to line up in the back of the starting area for the safety of everyone around. If you will be running with a stroller, please be sure it is a jogging or running stroller.
PETS: Please no pets at this event.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, or looking for a fun way to support a good cause, this race is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and have a great time. We were so close to reaching 200 participants last year. Help us break the 200 mark! Grab your family, friends or running buddy and come out for a great event! See you at the starting line!
Can't run? You can still help!
* Volunteer on Race Day
* Become a sponsor
* Make a general donation to St. Joseph on Carrollton Manor (be sure to specify 2026 St. Joseph 5K and Fun Run
5K RACE
REGISTER EARLY! THE FIRST 25 5K PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING TO RECEIVE A $100 DICK'S SPORTING GOODS GIFT CARD. The cost for the 5K registration for will increase from $45 to $50 after February 16th, so register now! In order to be guaranteed an official race day t-shirt, please register no later than March 20th.
For the 5K, runners will be timed with chipped bibs and prize medals will be awarded to the top three men and the top top three women in multiple age brackets. In addition, all registered runners will automatically be entered into a drawing to win awesome prizes from some of Frederick's local businesses!
1 MILE FUN RUN
The cost for the Fun Run is $25. The more the merrier, though... If you sign-up with a group of 4 or more, each runner will receive a $5 discount. Bring your whole family and have a great time! All Fun Run participants (13 and under) will be awarded a Fun Run ribbon.
FOOD DRIVE
THIS EVENT IS A FOOD DRIVE ALSO! Please bring a canned good or dry food item to donate to St. Joseph Food Pantry that is used to provide food and hope to neighbors in need.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Packet Pickup will take place at the HISTORIC CHURCH at St. Joseph on Carrollton Manor on Friday, April 10th from 5-7 PM (strongly encouraged to avoid waiting in line on race day). Please pay attention to signage about packet pick-up for Friday evening. There is a separate parking lot for the historic church that is just a few hundred feet from the main entrance to the church. Road signs will help direct you to the appropriate lot. You may also choose to pickup your packet on race day between 7 and 8 AM in front of the main church near the parking area. If you choose to pickup your packet on race day, please arrive early as to not delay the start of the race.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
7-8 AM: Packet Pickup and On-site registration
8:15 AM: Group Warm-up
8:25 AM: National Anthem
8:30 AM: 5K Race starts
9:15 AM: 1 Mile Fun Run starts
10:00 AM: 5K Awards
SEE COURSE MAPS:
5K Course Map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5414245249/]
1 Mile Fun Run Course Map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5415598591]
PARKING: All participants for the 5K and Fun Run should be parked no later than 8:15 the day of the race. If for some reason you arrive after that time, you must enter Manor Woods Road from the New Design Side. Please park in the main parking lot of the church and our volunteers will direct you to the historic church will the race will begin.
STROLLERS: Strollers are allowed for this event. If you are pushing a stroller, please plan to line up in the back of the starting area for the safety of everyone around. If you will be running with a stroller, please be sure it is a jogging or running stroller.
PETS: Please no pets at this event.
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