Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Havre De Grace, Maryland
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Just added
Secure your place early
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Turtle Derby 5K Trail Race on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, at the beautiful Hopkins Farm Brewery in Havre de Grace, Harford! This exciting event aims to raise funds and awareness for local wildlife conservation efforts, specifically focusing on the protection of turtle populations. Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K trail run while embracing the fun turtle theme—costumes are definitely encouraged!
Kick off the day with packet pickup on Friday, April 10th, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Susquehannock Wildlife Conservation Center or on race day from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at the brewery. The race starts at 9:10 AM, followed by a “turtley awesome” after party featuring live music, refreshments, and awards for top finishers in various age groups. Don’t miss your chance to win prizes for the best turtle costumes, including categories for the most realistic and most original costumes! Join fellow wildlife enthusiasts and athletes for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and a commitment to conservation.
Kick off the day with packet pickup on Friday, April 10th, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Susquehannock Wildlife Conservation Center or on race day from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at the brewery. The race starts at 9:10 AM, followed by a “turtley awesome” after party featuring live music, refreshments, and awards for top finishers in various age groups. Don’t miss your chance to win prizes for the best turtle costumes, including categories for the most realistic and most original costumes! Join fellow wildlife enthusiasts and athletes for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and a commitment to conservation.
Organiser's Description
Join us for a turtle derby themed 5K trail race at HOPKINS FARM BREWERY on Saturday April 11th, 2026 to raise funds for local wildlife conservation
RACE GOALS
* RAISE FUNDS for Susquehannock Wildlife Society's local wildlife conservation efforts
* RAISE AWARENESS about turtle population declines and conservation efforts
* BUILD COMMUNITY between local wildlife conservationists, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts
* HAVE FUN running around Hopkins Farm Brewery. TURTLE COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!
PACKET PICKUP
* FRIDAY APRIL 10TH, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Susquehannock Wildlife Conservation Center (1725 TRAPPE CHURCH RD, DARLINGTON, MD)
* SATURDAY APRIL 11TH, 2026, from 7:30 to 8:30 am at Hopkins Farm Brewery (3833 RIDER LN, HAVRE DE GRACE, MD)
RACE DETAILS
* Runners need to arrive at the start line at 9:00 AM
* Brief introduction to the race from 9:00 TO 9:10 AM
* The race will start at 9:10 AM
* Turtley awesome after party 9:30-11:00 AM
* Award ceremony 10:30 AM
* The course will be a meandering 5K around the trails at Hopkins Farm Brewery
GIVEAWAYS
* Every participant will receive a wooden race medal
* Add a race tee shirt for $5.00
AWARDS AND PRIZES
* Awards will be given to the top three males and females in each age group
* Age groups: 10 and under, 11-18, 19-30, 30-50, 50 and over
* Prizes given to the MOST REALISTIC TURTLE COSTUME, MOST ORIGINAL TURTLE COSTUME, BEST OVERALL TURTLE COSTUME, best GROUP TURTLE COSTUME, and BEST FAMILY TURTLE COSTUME
AFTER PARTY
* After you are done racing, join us for the TURTLEY AWESOME AFTER PARTY
* Awards and prizes will be presented at 10:30 AM
* LIVE MUSIC and entertainment
* GRAB A BEER at Hopkins Farm Brewery
CONTACT FOR [email protected] QUESTIONS
RACE GOALS
* RAISE FUNDS for Susquehannock Wildlife Society's local wildlife conservation efforts
* RAISE AWARENESS about turtle population declines and conservation efforts
* BUILD COMMUNITY between local wildlife conservationists, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts
* HAVE FUN running around Hopkins Farm Brewery. TURTLE COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!
PACKET PICKUP
* FRIDAY APRIL 10TH, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Susquehannock Wildlife Conservation Center (1725 TRAPPE CHURCH RD, DARLINGTON, MD)
* SATURDAY APRIL 11TH, 2026, from 7:30 to 8:30 am at Hopkins Farm Brewery (3833 RIDER LN, HAVRE DE GRACE, MD)
RACE DETAILS
* Runners need to arrive at the start line at 9:00 AM
* Brief introduction to the race from 9:00 TO 9:10 AM
* The race will start at 9:10 AM
* Turtley awesome after party 9:30-11:00 AM
* Award ceremony 10:30 AM
* The course will be a meandering 5K around the trails at Hopkins Farm Brewery
GIVEAWAYS
* Every participant will receive a wooden race medal
* Add a race tee shirt for $5.00
AWARDS AND PRIZES
* Awards will be given to the top three males and females in each age group
* Age groups: 10 and under, 11-18, 19-30, 30-50, 50 and over
* Prizes given to the MOST REALISTIC TURTLE COSTUME, MOST ORIGINAL TURTLE COSTUME, BEST OVERALL TURTLE COSTUME, best GROUP TURTLE COSTUME, and BEST FAMILY TURTLE COSTUME
AFTER PARTY
* After you are done racing, join us for the TURTLEY AWESOME AFTER PARTY
* Awards and prizes will be presented at 10:30 AM
* LIVE MUSIC and entertainment
* GRAB A BEER at Hopkins Farm Brewery
CONTACT FOR [email protected] QUESTIONS
Races
-
Turtle Derby 5K Trail Race
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Tee Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Reviews
Doing this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event. You'll be able to review this event once it's taken place.
Location
3833 Rider Ln, Havre De Grace, 21078, MD, United States
Who's In
See who else is doing this event
Be the first
No-one has marked this event as 'Doing' or 'Maybe' yet. Will you be the first?
Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race
