Rock Hall FallFest Run for Character 5k Run/Walk

Saturday, October 14, 2023 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Rock Hall, Maryland

Free–$33.30 · 5 races

5km

Event summary

Join the excitement at the Rock Hall FallFest Run for Character on Saturday, October 14, 2023, in the picturesque town of Rock Hall, Kent. Kick off the day with a FREE Kiddie K Run for children 10 and under at 8:45 a.m., followed by the main event, a vibrant 5K Run/Walk starting at 9:00 a.m., rain or shine! The festivities will take place at Watermans Crab House & Dock Bar, located at 21055 East Sharp Street, Rock Hall, MD.

Registration is just $25 until September 30 and $30 thereafter, so be sure to sign up early! Every participant will receive a quality "Run For Character" tech shirt, and there will be awards for overall winners, age group champions, and top walkers. But the fun doesn’t stop there! The FallFest is a celebration of family, community, and the Chesapeake Bay, featuring live music, food, and local artisans. Plus, a portion of the proceeds will benefit important local organizations. Whether you're running, walking, or supporting from afar, come join the spirit of the community and make a positive impact while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors!

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Races

Run for Character 5k Run

Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt

This event is for participants that intend to run and walk. Run awards will be given out in the category.

9:00 AM EDT

$33.30

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Run for Character 5k WALK

Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt

9:00 AM EDT

$33.30

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Run For Character 5k VIRTUAL
Virtual

Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt

Run Virtually ANYWHERE, on your own time. If you would like a shirt, you will need to make arrangements to pick it up from the Race Director. Shirts will NOT be mailed.

9:00 AM EDT

$33.30

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FREE Kiddie Run

8:45 AM EDT

Free

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Silent Hero - Donation
Virtual

Incl. $3.00 Fee

Can't attend but would like to show your support? Register as a silent hero! We appreciate your support!

9:00 AM EDT

$28.00

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Organiser's description

JOIN THE FAMILY FUN AT THE ROCK HALL FALLFEST

WHEN: Saturday, October 14, 2023, 9:00 a.m. Rain or Shine. FREE Kiddie K Run (10 & under) starts at 8:45 a.m.

WHERE: Watermans Crab House & Dock Bar, 21055 East Sharp Street, Rock Hall, MD 21661.

REGISTRATION: $25 until Sept 30; $30 after and on event day. Registration starts 8:00 a.m. Please go online to register at www.RunSignUp.com/RunForCharacter http://www.RunSignUp.com/RunForCharacter Questions? Contact [email protected]

SILENT HERO: Can't attend but would like to show your support? Register as a silent hero by going online to register at www.RunSignUp.com/RunForCharacter! We appreciate your support!

AWARDS: Awards to overall male/female and master winners, top 3 male/female runners in 5-year age groups awards and top 5 male/female walk finishers. Ribbons to all Kiddie K finishers. The awards ceremony will be held immediately after last participant finishes.

SWAG: Quality "Run For Character" tech shirts for all of our registered participants.

CELEBRATE: FallFest is an annual celebration of family, community, and oysters. Live music, entertainment, vendors, artisans, and food will be offered. Rock Hall is a charming waterfront town on the Chesapeake Bay. More information can be found at www.rockhallfallfest.org http://www.rockhallfallfest.org or www.RockHallMD.com http://www.RockHallMD.com

OUR MISSION: To create community spirit by working together to promote growth and to seek ways to make Rock Hall a better place to live and work. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Character Counts of Kent County, a non-profit organization that teaches the Six Pillars of Character; Rock Hall Elementary School, supporting Fine Arts education; and The Mainstay, a nonprofit live music venue dedicated to the performing arts.

We will continue our Virtual Option!! Run anywhere you like on October 14th to celebrate with us! If you would like a shirt, please note that you will need to make arrangements with the Race Director to pick it up. Shirts will NOT be mailed.