The Mermaid Run

🏃‍♀️The Mermaid Run 2025

The 2025 Mermaid Run is scheduled for Saturday, August 23, 2025 at Festival Park in Aberdeen, MD.

🕖Race Details

• 5K Start Time: 8:00 am, followed by the Mermaid Mile start soon after.
• Timing: The 5K Race will be professionally chip-timed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing.
• Finisher's Medal: All participants will receive a marathon-quality 5k finisher's medal and event shirt.
• Course Features: The course is USATF Certified - Fast and FLAT! Costumes are encouraged, and we will have music and prizes!

🌊Supporting a Cause

Proceeds will benefit the Sea of Hope Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing support and assistance to families who have suffered infancy and pregnancy loss. Our mission is to be a beacon of support, offering solace, education and financial assistance during these difficult times.

📚Foundation's Impact

• Community Support: We aim to create a supportive community and offer resources to help guide these families through their grief and find hope.
• Sibling Scholarships: The Sea of Hope Foundation also offers scholarships to bereaved siblings to empower and support them in their educational pursuits.
• Compassionate Environment: The foundation strives to create a compassionate and inclusive environment, fostering healing, support, and opportunities for families.
• More Information: For more information about the Sea of Hope Foundation please visit www.seaofhopefoundation.org.

☔Event Policies

• Weather Policy: This event is rain or shine: no refunds will be offered due to inclement weather or other reasons.
• Shipping Requests: If you cannot attend the live race and wish to have your items mailed to you, you must request prior to August 31, 2025, and a separate shipping fee will apply.
• In-Person Pickup: We cannot make arrangements for in-person pickups. Any items not claimed or requested by August 31 will be considered a donation to the Sea of Hope Foundation.

🔗Additional Information

Check out www.themermaidrun.com for more information and past race photos, medals and more!