In 85 days · Sat, Sep 5, 2026
When
Saturday, September 5th, 2026
Where
12290 Folly Quarter Road, Ellicott City MD
Distances
10K · 5K
About this race
The 23rd Annual Ellicott City Labor Day 10K & 5K is scheduled to take place on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.
The 10k is a road race through scenic western Ellicott City countryside and surrounding neighborhoods and the 5k is a road/trail (dirt/grass) combo on roads and scenic trails on the Shrine property. Both the 10K & 5K are USATF certified.
This is a great family event with lots of activities planned. In addition to refreshments, we will have music, random prizes, a moonbounce and snow balls. Cash awards ($75, $50, and $25 for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall male & female finishers in both races) and non-cash awards will be provided in 7 age group categories for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
Performance T-Shirts guaranteed to participants registered by August 17.
Chip Timing by www.bullseyerunning.com
Packet pick up will take place at Feet First (5305 Village Center Drive, Suite 110 Columbia MD 21044) on Sept. 4th from 3-7 PM.
For further information, including a race flyer, visit our website: www.kc11898.com.
Event details and schedule
Packet Pick-up Information
Packet pick up takes place on Friday, Sept. 4th from 3-7 p.m. at Feet First (5305 Village Center Drive, Suite 110 Columbia MD 21044).
Can't make it on packet pick up day? No worries, it can be picked up on race day.
Race Day Information
Event begins at 6:45 a.m. Both races start at 8:00 a.m.
Once you enter the venue, you will be directed where to park.
Want to review the course before you run? Click HERE for the 5k and HERE for the 10k map.
Awards will be given out after the races wrap.
Course map
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