Mustang's Milestone 5K

Mustang's Milestone 5K

Event Details

• Date: 2026-10-24
• Location: 11701 Little Seneca Parkway, Clarksburg, MD
• Registration: Register here

About the Event

• Celebration: Ten years ago, Hallie Wells Middle School opened its doors. To celebrate a decade of Mustang pride and raise funds for educational programs, we’re bringing Clarksburg together for a morning of fitness, community, and fun!
• Active Participation: We always encourage our students and neighbors to stay active, and this celebratory 5K is the perfect way to move together. Whether you run, jog, or walk, every step supports our school!

The Route

• Starting Point: Start and finish at Hallie Wells MS, traversing through Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park.
• Landmark: You'll pass the historic National Mall carousel—a local landmark that our namesake, Hallie Wells, personally championed for Clarksburg.

The Cause

• Proceeds: All proceeds will fund vital educational resources and our massive end-of-year 10th-anniversary celebration!

Who Can Participate

• Inclusivity: Mustangs of all ages, families, neighbors, and all fitness levels are welcome!

Awards

• Overall Winners: Top 3 Male and Female Finishers
• Student Age Groups: Top 3 Male and Female Finishers in Each Group
• Future Mustangs: Age 10 and under
• The Middle Schoolers: Ages 11 to 14
• High School/Alumni: Ages 15 to 18
• Adult Age Groups: Top 3 Male and Female Finishers in Each Group for Ages 19 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, and 60+

Pricing

• Early Bird Entry: Before Sept 15: $25 (Adults) / $15 (Students/Kids)
• Regular Registration: Sept 16 – Oct 15: $30 (Adults) / $20 (Students/Kids)
• Race Day Registration: $35 (Adults) / $25 (Students/Kids)
• Family Registration Bundle: 5 family members for $75

Schedule of Events

Time	Event	Details
7:00 AM	Volunteer & Staff Arrival	Course setup, water station prep, and registration table check-in.
7:30 AM	On-Site Registration & Packet Pickup Opens	Runners grab their bibs and T-shirts. Day-of registration is open to latecomers!
8:00 AM	Registration & Packet Pickup Closes	Strict Cutoff! No more registrations or bib pickups so timing systems can sync.
8:10 AM	Opening Remarks & Announcements	Welcome from the Principal, anniversary shout-outs, and quick safety brief.
8:20 AM	Pre-Race Mustang Warm-Ups	High-energy stretching and warm-up.
8:25 AM	National Anthem & Line-Up	Runners head to the starting line. Elite/fast runners in front, walkers/strollers in back.
8:30 AM	RACE START!	The horn blows! Go Mustangs!
8:45 AM	First Finishers Expected	Prepare the finish line cheer squad.
9:45 AM	Awards & Closing Celebration	Hand out the speed and age-group awards.
10:15 AM	Course Clean-Up & Breakdown	Thank your volunteers and celebrate a successful event!

Contact Information

Please direct all questions to Mike McGough, Race Director: Michael_a_McGough@mcpsmd.org