The Highlands School 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk
- Date Sun 12th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Bel Air, Maryland
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at The Highlands School 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk on Sunday, October 12, 2025, in beautiful Bel Air, Harford County, Maryland! Set against the picturesque backdrop of the historic Ma & Pa Trail, this event offers an incredible opportunity to engage with the community while supporting a worthy cause. Participants can choose to tackle the 5K race or join in the more leisurely 1-Mile Fun Walk. Every step you take helps change a child's life, as 100% of the net proceeds will go towards offsetting tuition for families in need.
Runners will have the chance to compete for exciting prizes, with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as top masters and youth competitors. But it’s not just about the race — every participant will receive a stylish long-sleeve technical race shirt, a custom finisher's medal, and special perks for those 21 and over, including a beer ticket at the nearby Independent Brewing Company! Whether you’re racing for time or walking for fun, join us for a day filled with community spirit, healthy competition, and a commitment to making a difference!
Runners will have the chance to compete for exciting prizes, with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as top masters and youth competitors. But it’s not just about the race — every participant will receive a stylish long-sleeve technical race shirt, a custom finisher's medal, and special perks for those 21 and over, including a beer ticket at the nearby Independent Brewing Company! Whether you’re racing for time or walking for fun, join us for a day filled with community spirit, healthy competition, and a commitment to making a difference!
Organiser's Description
Join Us for The Highlands School 5K & 1-Mile Fun Walk!
Held on the scenic and historic Ma & Pa Trail in the heart of Bel Air, MD.
Whether youre running for time or walking for fun, every step helps change a childs life. 100% of net proceeds go directly to offset tuition for families who need financial assistancemaking it possible for more students to thrive in our small-group classrooms with individually tailored instruction that prepares them to return to mainstream school environments.
PRIZE MONEY? You betcha!
5K Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male & Female: 1st $100 | 2nd $50 | 3rd $25
Top 2 Masters (40+) Male & Female: 1st $75 | 2nd $50
Youth (13 & under): Top 3 Male & Female receive trophies
SWAG? Absolutely.
All participants receive:
check mark A long-sleeve 1/4-zip technical race shirt
check mark Chip timing and race bib
check mark Custom finishers medal (for both 5K & 1-Mile Walk)
check mark Bonus Perks:
21 & over: Same-day beer ticket at Independent Brewing Company (right by the finish line!)
Under 21: Same-day ticket for ice cream or a pop at the brewery
Come for the cause. Stay for the community.
Lets run (or walk!) to make a difference.
Held on the scenic and historic Ma & Pa Trail in the heart of Bel Air, MD.
Whether youre running for time or walking for fun, every step helps change a childs life. 100% of net proceeds go directly to offset tuition for families who need financial assistancemaking it possible for more students to thrive in our small-group classrooms with individually tailored instruction that prepares them to return to mainstream school environments.
PRIZE MONEY? You betcha!
5K Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male & Female: 1st $100 | 2nd $50 | 3rd $25
Top 2 Masters (40+) Male & Female: 1st $75 | 2nd $50
Youth (13 & under): Top 3 Male & Female receive trophies
SWAG? Absolutely.
All participants receive:
check mark A long-sleeve 1/4-zip technical race shirt
check mark Chip timing and race bib
check mark Custom finishers medal (for both 5K & 1-Mile Walk)
check mark Bonus Perks:
21 & over: Same-day beer ticket at Independent Brewing Company (right by the finish line!)
Under 21: Same-day ticket for ice cream or a pop at the brewery
Come for the cause. Stay for the community.
Lets run (or walk!) to make a difference.
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