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Let's Grow Together 5K - Powered by CRECE

Sun, Apr 25, 2027
In 175 days
College Park, MD
5211 Campus Dr

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2026

49–64°F

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2025

53–78°F

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2024

46–59°F

dry

2023

40–60°F

dry

2022

50–72°F

dry

2021

49–65°F

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2020

40–63°F

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2019

54–72°F

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2018

53–64°F

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2017

52–59°F

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About this race

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LET'S GROW TOGETHER 5K

Move. Connect. Grow.

The Let’s Grow Together 5K is more than a race.

It is a movement that brings together people who believe that growth happens when we challenge ourselves, support one another, and take action toward something bigger than ourselves.

Whether you walk, jog, or run, every step represents a commitment to personal growth, wellness, leadership, and community impact.

This event was created to inspire connection, celebrate resilience, and remind us that meaningful transformation happens one step at a time.

When you register, you become part of a growing community dedicated to creating positive change. Proceeds from this event help support leadership and personal development initiatives that empower individuals to grow, lead, and contribute to their communities.

Join us for a morning filled with movement, inspiration, and purpose.

Enjoy a scenic 5K course, energizing music, guided warm-up activities, wellness experiences, photo opportunities, community partners, local vendors, and meaningful moments that will leave you inspired long after crossing the finish line.

Because this is not just about running.

It's about becoming.

More Than a Race. A Movement.

Let's Grow Together.

EVENT DETAILS

EVENT LOCATION

📍 Herbert Wells Ice Rink Parking Lot
5211 Campus Drive
College Park, MD 20740

The Herbert Wells Ice Rink parking lot serves as the official event hub for the Let’s Grow Together 5K, including:

• Packet Pickup
• Same-Day Registration
• Sponsor Village
• Community Warm-Up
• Opening Ceremony
• Race Start Line
• Race Finish Line
• Post-Race Celebration

All participants should report directly to this location upon arrival.

Parking is available on-site, and event staff and volunteers will be present to assist participants throughout the morning.

EVENT SCHEDULE

• 7:00 AM — Packet Pickup & Same-Day Registration Opens
• 8:00 AM — Registration Closes
• 8:00 AM – 8:20 AM — Community Warm-Up, Stretching & Wellness Activation
• 8:20 AM — Welcome Ceremony, Sponsor Recognition & Race Instructions

GROWTH WAVES

To create a safe, enjoyable, and comfortable experience for all participants, the race will begin in three Growth Waves based on your preferred pace.

🌱 8:30 AM — Growth Wave 1 (Runners)

For participants aiming for their fastest time and competitive pace.

🌿 8:45 AM — Growth Wave 2 (Joggers)

For participants who enjoy a steady jogging pace and a balanced race experience.

🌳 9:00 AM — Growth Wave 3 (Walkers, Families & Community Participants)

Perfect for walkers, families with children, strollers, first-time participants, and anyone who wants to enjoy the experience at a relaxed pace.

No matter which wave you choose, every participant is part of the same movement, receives the same finisher medal, and contributes to the same mission of growing together.


COURSE INFORMATION

The course follows the scenic trails surrounding Lake Artemesia and offers beautiful waterfront views along a mostly flat, beginner-friendly route suitable for runners, joggers, and walkers alike.


REGISTRATION INCLUDES

• Official Let’s Grow Together 5K Event T-Shirt and bag
• Finisher Medal
• Professional Event Photos
• Access to Wellness Activities
• Community Experience
• Sponsor Village Access

RACE DAY EXPERIENCE

• Guided Stretching & Warm-Up Session
• Music & Entertainment
• Wellness Experiences
• Community Partners & Sponsor Village
• Food Vendors
• Photo Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Activities
• Inspirational Messages Along the Course
• Post-Race Celebration

OUR IMPACT

By participating in the Let’s Grow Together 5K, you are helping support programs that promote personal growth, leadership development, wellness, and community engagement.

WEATHER POLICY

The Let’s Grow Together 5K is a rain-or-shine event. Participants will be notified via email and social media if severe weather conditions require adjustments to the schedule.

THANK YOU

Thank you for choosing to move with purpose, connect with others, and be part of a community committed to growth, wellness, leadership, and impact.

Every person matters.

Every step creates impact.

Let's Grow Together.

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SPANISH

LET'S GROW TOGETHER 5K

Muévete. Conecta. Crece.

Let's Grow Together 5K es mucho más que una carrera.

Es un movimiento que reúne a personas que creen que el crecimiento ocurre cuando nos retamos a nosotros mismos, nos apoyamos mutuamente y damos pasos hacia algo más grande que nosotros.

Ya sea que camines, trotes o corras, cada paso representa un compromiso con tu bienestar, tu crecimiento personal, tu liderazgo y el impacto positivo que podemos generar juntos.

Este evento fue creado para inspirar conexión, celebrar la resiliencia y recordarnos que las transformaciones más significativas suceden un paso a la vez.

Al registrarte, te conviertes en parte de una comunidad comprometida con crear cambios positivos. Los fondos recaudados apoyan programas de desarrollo personal, liderazgo y bienestar diseñados para inspirar a las personas a crecer, liderar y generar un impacto positivo en sus comunidades.

Te invitamos a vivir una mañana llena de energía, propósito y conexión.

Disfruta de un hermoso recorrido al aire libre, música, actividades de bienestar, oportunidades para compartir con la comunidad, fotografías y experiencias que te inspirarán mucho después de cruzar la meta.

Porque esto no se trata solamente de correr.

Se trata de crecer.

Más que una carrera. Un movimiento.

Let's Grow Together.


DETALLES DEL EVENTO

UBICACIÓN DEL EVENTO

📍 Estacionamiento del Herbert Wells Ice Rink
5211 Campus Drive
College Park, MD 20740

El estacionamiento del Herbert Wells Ice Rink será el punto oficial de encuentro del evento y el lugar donde se llevarán a cabo todas las actividades principales del Let's Grow Together 5K, incluyendo:

• Entrega de paquetes
• Registro el mismo día
• Área de patrocinadores
• Calentamiento comunitario
• Ceremonia de apertura
• Línea de salida
• Línea de meta
• Celebración posterior a la carrera

Todos los participantes deben dirigirse directamente a esta ubicación al llegar.

Habrá estacionamiento disponible y miembros del equipo de voluntarios estarán presentes para orientar a los participantes.

HORARIO DEL EVENTO

• 7:00 AM — Apertura de entrega de paquetes y registro el mismo día
• 8:00 AM — Cierre de registro
• 8:00 AM a 8:20 AM — Calentamiento comunitario, estiramientos y activación de bienestar
• 8:20 AM — Bienvenida oficial, reconocimiento a patrocinadores e instrucciones de la carrera

OLAS DE CRECIMIENTO

Para ofrecer una experiencia más cómoda, segura y agradable para todos los participantes, la carrera comenzará en tres Olas de Crecimiento según el ritmo que prefieras.

🌱 8:30 AM — Ola de Crecimiento 1 (Corredores)

Para quienes desean correr a un ritmo competitivo o buscar su mejor tiempo.

🌿 8:45 AM — Ola de Crecimiento 2 (Trotadores)

Para quienes disfrutan de un ritmo constante y una experiencia equilibrada entre ejercicio y diversión.

🌳 9:00 AM — Ola de Crecimiento 3 (Caminantes, Familias y Participantes Comunitarios)

Ideal para caminantes, familias con niños, personas que participan por primera vez y quienes desean disfrutar del recorrido a un ritmo relajado.

Sin importar la ola que elijas, todos los participantes forman parte del mismo movimiento, reciben la misma medalla de finalista y contribuyen a la misma misión de crecer juntos.

INFORMACIÓN DEL RECORRIDO

El recorrido sigue los senderos panorámicos alrededor de Lake Artemesia y ofrece hermosas vistas al lago a lo largo de una ruta mayormente plana y amigable para corredores, trotadores y caminantes de todos los niveles.

TU REGISTRO INCLUYE

• Camiseta oficial del evento y runner bag
• Medalla de finalista
• Fotografías profesionales del evento
• Acceso a actividades de bienestar
• Experiencia comunitaria
• Acceso al área de patrocinadores

EXPERIENCIA DEL DÍA

• Sesión guiada de calentamiento y estiramiento
• Música y entretenimiento
• Actividades de bienestar
• Área de patrocinadores y organizaciones comunitarias
• Venta de alimentos y bebidas
• Oportunidades para fotografías
• Actividades para toda la familia
• Mensajes inspiradores a lo largo del recorrido
• Celebración posterior a la carrera

NUESTRO IMPACTO

Al participar en Let's Grow Together 5K, estás apoyando programas que promueven el desarrollo personal, el liderazgo, el bienestar y el fortalecimiento de la comunidad.


POLÍTICA DE CLIMA

Let's Grow Together 5K se llevará a cabo llueva o haga sol. En caso de condiciones climáticas severas que requieran ajustes en el horario o la logística del evento, los participantes serán notificados por correo electrónico y redes sociales.


GRACIAS

Gracias por elegir moverte con propósito, conectar con otros y formar parte de una comunidad comprometida con el crecimiento, el bienestar, el liderazgo y el impacto positivo.

Cada persona cuenta.

Cada paso genera impacto.

Let's Grow Together.

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