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Thursday, April 22nd, 2027
Ma & Pa Heritage Trail, Bel Air MD
5K · 1 Mile
47–65°F · some rain risk
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2026
50–66°F
dry
2025
58–76°F
dry
2024
37–61°F
dry
2023
56–73°F
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2022
45–70°F
dry
2021
34–49°F
dry
2020
35–53°F
dry
2019
53–69°F
dry
2018
42–62°F
dry
2017
50–59°F
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About this race
Celebrate Earth Day with Blue Cheetah!
Join us for the 5th Annual Blue Cheetah Earth Day 5K and Earth Day Event, an eco-friendly running and walking event on the scenic Ma & Pa Trail in Bel Air, Maryland. Whether you're an experienced runner, casual walker, or looking for a fun family-friendly Earth Day activity, this event offers a great way to celebrate the planet while staying active.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, April 22, 2027
- Time: 6:30 PM
- Location: Ma & Pa Trail - Williams Street Entrance, Bel Air, MD
- Age Range: Participants of all ages and abilities
Registration Options
Participants may choose from our In-Person 5K Run/Walk, 1-Mile Fun Run, or Virtual 5K. The Blue Cheetah Earth Day 5K is one of Harford County's premier spring running events.
Finisher Details
- Medals: All participants will receive a sustainable finisher medal made from environmentally friendly materials.
- Plants: Participants will also receive a plant to take home and grow in celebration of Earth Day.
Registration Pricing
5K Run/Walk
- Price: $25 per person through February 28, 2027
- Price: $30 per person beginning March 1, 2027, through race day
1-Mile Fun Run
- Price: $20 per person through February 28, 2027
- Price: $25 per person beginning March 1, 2027, through race day
Virtual 5K
- Price: $30 per person through February 28, 2027
- Price: $35 per person beginning March 1, 2027, through race day
Race Day Information
- Packet Pickup: Race Day Packet Pickup begins at 4:30 PM.
- Packet Mail-outs: Available for an additional fee of $5.00.
- Parking: Event parking is available at the Liriodendron Mansion lower lot. Please use the W. Broadway entrance.
- Timing: This race is professionally timed and managed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing, LLC.
Run Green. Celebrate Earth Day. Make Every Step Count.
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