In 77 days · Sun, Dec 6, 2026
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When
Sunday, December 6th, 2026
Where
505 Linwood Avenue, Bel Air MD
Distance
5K
Typical weather
33–46°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
29–43°F
dry
2024
26–36°F
dry
2023
33–43°F
dry
2022
33–48°F
rain
2021
43–62°F
rain
2020
31–42°F
dry
2019
30–51°F
dry
2018
27–41°F
dry
2017
39–55°F
dry
2016
39–43°F
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-12-06
- Location: 505 Linwood Avenue, Bel Air, MD
- Race Link: Hot Chocolate Run
- Part of: Harford County Running Club's Sunday Run Series
Race Details
- Distance: 3ish miles
- Course: On roads and sidewalks through Bel Air starting on Linwood Avenue
- Stroller Friendly: Yes
- Post-race: Hot chocolate will be served afterwards
Course Route
- Start: West on Linwood Ave toward town
- Turn: Right on Main S Main St
- Turn: Right on E Broadway (by the ShopRite)
- Turn: Right on N Hickory Ave (Becomes Maitland) and Left at Linwood Ave
Finish Line
- Finish Location: 505 Linwood Ave
- Run Hosts: Sue and Jim Amato
- Timing: Please note that this run/walk is self-timed.
- Free Runs: Non-members can join for three free runs
Additional Information
- More Info: For more information on the Dog Days of Summer Series, visit Dog Days of Summer 2026
- Membership Benefits: Check out all the benefits of joining at Membership Benefits
Course map
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Live prices near the start line, Dec 5 – 7, 2026.
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