Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Havre De Grace, Maryland
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a uniquely fun experience at the Turtle Derby 5K Trail Race on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, in Havre de Grace, Harford! This exciting event, held at the scenic Hopkins Farm Brewery, aims to raise funds and awareness for the Susquehannock Wildlife Society's conservation efforts focused on protecting local turtle populations. Runners of all ages are invited to don their best turtle costumes for this themed race, which kicks off at 9:10 AM. The course features a beautiful 5K trail winding through the brewery's grounds, making it a delightful outing for athletes and nature lovers alike.
Join us for a morning of fun, community spirit, and environmental advocacy, followed by a Turtley Awesome After Party from 9:30 to 11:00 AM, complete with live music, awards, and, of course, delicious beer available for purchase! Participants will receive a wooden race medal, and awards will be given to the top finishers in multiple age categories as well as for the best turtle costumes. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support wildlife conservation while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and celebration!
Join us for a morning of fun, community spirit, and environmental advocacy, followed by a Turtley Awesome After Party from 9:30 to 11:00 AM, complete with live music, awards, and, of course, delicious beer available for purchase! Participants will receive a wooden race medal, and awards will be given to the top finishers in multiple age categories as well as for the best turtle costumes. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support wildlife conservation while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and celebration!
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
* BEER AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AFTER 10 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 JOHN@SUSKYWILDLIFE.ORG QUESTIONS
This event made possible by a grant from the Harford County Office of Community & Economic Development. For those of you who are visiting from out of town, please consider staying in a local hotel so you can join both of our pollinator events this weekend. Hotel accommodations and other fun things in the area can be found by visiting www.helloharford.com
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
* BEER AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AFTER 10 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 JOHN@SUSKYWILDLIFE.ORG QUESTIONS
This event made possible by a grant from the Harford County Office of Community & Economic Development. For those of you who are visiting from out of town, please consider staying in a local hotel so you can join both of our pollinator events this weekend. Hotel accommodations and other fun things in the area can be found by visiting www.helloharford.com
Races
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Turtle Derby 5K Trail Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Tee Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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3833 Rider Ln, Havre De Grace, 21078, MD, United States
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