Zombie Dash
Sunday, October 29, 2023
Past event
11:00 AM EDT
Edgewater, Maryland
Free–$44.32 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun at the Zombie Dash on Sunday, October 29, 2023, in Edgewater, Anne Arundel! This exciting event features a thrilling 5k trail run, a Kids Fun Run, and the whimsical Inflatable Costume Mad Dash. Perfectly designed for families and runners of all ages and abilities, the Zombie Dash promises a memorable experience with a scenic course, hidden zombies, and plenty of festive activities.
Participants can look forward to a lively Skele-bration Zone filled with trick-or-treating, face painting, and games, along with delicious food from local vendors like Timber Pizza. Every registered 5k participant will receive a special participant shirt and finish-line medal. Registration opens at 8 AM, with the 5k starting at 10 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run and the untimed Inflatable Costume Mad Dash. Join us for a day of community spirit, all while supporting the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) – a noble cause dedicated to environmental research. Don’t miss out on this thrilling event; it’s going to be a hauntingly good time!
Participants can look forward to a lively Skele-bration Zone filled with trick-or-treating, face painting, and games, along with delicious food from local vendors like Timber Pizza. Every registered 5k participant will receive a special participant shirt and finish-line medal. Registration opens at 8 AM, with the 5k starting at 10 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run and the untimed Inflatable Costume Mad Dash. Join us for a day of community spirit, all while supporting the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) – a noble cause dedicated to environmental research. Don’t miss out on this thrilling event; it’s going to be a hauntingly good time!
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Races
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5k
Incl. $4.32 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$44.32
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Kids Fun Run
Incl. $3.16 Fee &
Entries closed11:00 AM EDT
$23.16
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Inflatable Costume Mad Dash
This event is untimed
Entries closed11:00 AM EDT
Free
Organiser's description
Welcome to The Brick Companies' Zombie Dash 5k, Kids Fun Run and Inflatable Costume Mad Dash!
Get ready for a fun-filled day perfect for the entire family featuring:
Fun and scenic 5k trail* run course with lots of hidden zombies
Kids Fun Run
Inflatable Costume Mad Dash
Finish-line medals for all participants
Participant shirts for all registered 5k participants *
Skele-bration Zone with lots of tricks and treats, including local food and beverage vendors
5k entry includes one complimentary beer or non-alcoholic beverage
*Please note that those registering after October 10 are not guaranteed their preferred t-shirt size.
Bring your friends and family out to The Brick Companies Zombie Dash 5k & Kids Fun Run. A fun and festive event for all ages and abilities while supporting a great cause all proceeds benefit the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC).
Time: 10 AM
Cost: Zombie Dash 5K - $40 | Kids Fun Run $20 | Inflatable Costume Mad Dash - Free
What to Expect at the TBC Zombie Dash 5k & Kids Fun Run:
8:00 am - Registration and bib pick-up opens
10:00 am - Zombie Dash 5k starts
11:00 am - Kids Fun Run
11:30 am - Inflatable Costume Mad Dash (untimed Fun Run)
11:40 am - Awards for Zombie Dash 5k - top 3 overall (timed from gun start)
*schedule is subject to change
Race Bib Pick-Up:
Friday, October 27 | 3pm - 6pm @ The Brick Companies, 3168 Braverton Street, Edgewater
Sunday, October 29 | 8am @ Race Site, SERC
Skele-bration Zone:
Expect lots of tricks and treats in the Skele-bration Zone! There will be something for everyone. Trick or treating, face painting, games and pumpkin decorating for the kids. Great food and beverage options from local vendors, such as Timber Pizza and incredible homemade baked goods. This event provides a great opportunity to come together to celebrate the spirit of community while raising money for a local cause.
Inflatable Costume Mad Dash:
Step into your favorite inflatable costume and wobble, we mean make a mad dash to the finish line. All participants of the inflatable costume mad dash must be registered and sign a waiver of liability. This is a free fun run and will not be timed. The distance is 200 yards.
About SERC:
The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) provides science-based knowledge to meet the environmental challenges of the 21st century. SERC leads research on coastal ecosystemswhere the land meets the seato inform real-world decisions for wise policies, best business practices, and a sustainable planet. A true hidden gem, the 2,650-acre environmental research and educational facility operated by the Smithsonian Institution is located on the Rhode and West Rivers near Edgewater in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. The large campus spans forests, wetlands, marshes, and 15 miles of protected shoreline. The site serves as a natural laboratory for long-term and cutting-edge ecological research. Learn more about SERC.
Special Notes:
- This race is professionally timed and managed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing
- This is a trail run on unpaved pathways through the woods. Use of strollers is not recommended.
- Pets are NOT permitted on the SERC property.
- There will be NO zombies as part of the kids' fun run.
- All participants must be registered and complete a waiver of liability.
- Running strollers are not permitted during the Inflatable Costume Mad Dash.
See you at the Zombie Dash 5k & Kids Fun Run!
Learn About Sponsorship
Get ready for a fun-filled day perfect for the entire family featuring:
Fun and scenic 5k trail* run course with lots of hidden zombies
Kids Fun Run
Inflatable Costume Mad Dash
Finish-line medals for all participants
Participant shirts for all registered 5k participants *
Skele-bration Zone with lots of tricks and treats, including local food and beverage vendors
5k entry includes one complimentary beer or non-alcoholic beverage
*Please note that those registering after October 10 are not guaranteed their preferred t-shirt size.
Bring your friends and family out to The Brick Companies Zombie Dash 5k & Kids Fun Run. A fun and festive event for all ages and abilities while supporting a great cause all proceeds benefit the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC).
Time: 10 AM
Cost: Zombie Dash 5K - $40 | Kids Fun Run $20 | Inflatable Costume Mad Dash - Free
What to Expect at the TBC Zombie Dash 5k & Kids Fun Run:
8:00 am - Registration and bib pick-up opens
10:00 am - Zombie Dash 5k starts
11:00 am - Kids Fun Run
11:30 am - Inflatable Costume Mad Dash (untimed Fun Run)
11:40 am - Awards for Zombie Dash 5k - top 3 overall (timed from gun start)
*schedule is subject to change
Race Bib Pick-Up:
Friday, October 27 | 3pm - 6pm @ The Brick Companies, 3168 Braverton Street, Edgewater
Sunday, October 29 | 8am @ Race Site, SERC
Skele-bration Zone:
Expect lots of tricks and treats in the Skele-bration Zone! There will be something for everyone. Trick or treating, face painting, games and pumpkin decorating for the kids. Great food and beverage options from local vendors, such as Timber Pizza and incredible homemade baked goods. This event provides a great opportunity to come together to celebrate the spirit of community while raising money for a local cause.
Inflatable Costume Mad Dash:
Step into your favorite inflatable costume and wobble, we mean make a mad dash to the finish line. All participants of the inflatable costume mad dash must be registered and sign a waiver of liability. This is a free fun run and will not be timed. The distance is 200 yards.
About SERC:
The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) provides science-based knowledge to meet the environmental challenges of the 21st century. SERC leads research on coastal ecosystemswhere the land meets the seato inform real-world decisions for wise policies, best business practices, and a sustainable planet. A true hidden gem, the 2,650-acre environmental research and educational facility operated by the Smithsonian Institution is located on the Rhode and West Rivers near Edgewater in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. The large campus spans forests, wetlands, marshes, and 15 miles of protected shoreline. The site serves as a natural laboratory for long-term and cutting-edge ecological research. Learn more about SERC.
Special Notes:
- This race is professionally timed and managed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing
- This is a trail run on unpaved pathways through the woods. Use of strollers is not recommended.
- Pets are NOT permitted on the SERC property.
- There will be NO zombies as part of the kids' fun run.
- All participants must be registered and complete a waiver of liability.
- Running strollers are not permitted during the Inflatable Costume Mad Dash.
See you at the Zombie Dash 5k & Kids Fun Run!
Learn About Sponsorship
Location
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 47 Contees Wharf Rd, Edgewater, 21037, MD, United States
Zombie Dash
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