Othello Park Labor Day 1K/5k

Event Overview

Join us Monday, September 7, 2026, in Knoxville, MD, for the 3rd Annual Othello Park Labor Day 1K/5K!

• Check-in Time: 7:00 a.m.
• 1K Fun Run Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
• 5K Race Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
• Registration: Race day registration available.

Purpose of the Event

This is a NON-Profit event. Race fees and sponsorship proceeds go to the Brunswick High School Track and Field Program to help replace damaged and old equipment like hurdles, starting blocks, jumping mats, and throwing cages. Your support is greatly appreciated! All members involved in the event are volunteers, and all funds raised go to race expenses and then to the aforementioned groups.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Please email race director Kevin Ropp at Klropp@gmail.com.

Location

• Park Name: Othello Park
• Address: 1901A Jefferson Pike, Knoxville, MD 21758
• More Info: Othello Regional Park

Registration Details

1K Fun Run

• Cost: $10
• Finisher Medal: All participants will receive one.
• Age Requirement: Intended for children aged 13 and under.
• Event Start: 8 a.m.

5K Race

• Cost: $30.00 through 11:59 p.m. EDT July 31, 2026.
• Price Increase: $40 starting August 1.
• Finisher Medal: Guaranteed only to participants registered by July 31.
• Custom Shirts: Available for $10/each, cutoff date August 1.

5K Course Description

The Othello Park 5K is a hybrid road/cross country run that takes advantage of the paved paths and grassy equestrian trails at Frederick County Maryland's Othello Regional Park. The rolling course through this scenic park just outside of Brunswick is sure to appeal to road runners and trail runners alike.

5K Race Map Click Here

Arrival and Schedule

• On-site Registration: Begins at 7 a.m.
• Fun Run Start: 8 a.m.
• 5K Run Start: 8:30 a.m.
• Awards Ceremony: Following the race near the finish line.

5K Race Awards

Trophies will be awarded to first place for boys and girls 18 & under and men and women 19 & over.

Contact Information

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