SMHS Makin' Hay 10K & 5K

🏃‍♂️ Welcome to the Makin' Hay 10K & 5K!

We can't wait to have you claim bragging rights after conquering one of these challenging but scenic courses on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

🌾 Course Details

• Scenic Routes: The scenic and rolling 10K and 5K courses will take you on a journey through some of the prettiest farmland in Frederick County.
• Spring Views: Spring will be ushering forth as you run past numerous farms along beautiful Catoctin Creek.
• Two Bridges: You'll cross two historic one-lane wooden deck bridges spanning Catoctin Creek.
• Awards: 5-year age group awards!!!

📅 Race Day Schedule

• 0700 - 0820: Bib Pickup
• 0830: 10K Start
• 0835: 5K Start
• 1030: Course closes for both events. Race day on-site registration must be accomplished via personal smartphone - no cash/check transactions accepted.

🚫 Important Information

• On-time Arrival: Race day bib pickup closes at 8:20 sharp for both events, with vehicular access to the park closing at that time.
• No Late Starts: Plan your arrival time accordingly.
• Strollers: Running strollers are allowed, but wearing headphones/earbuds is strongly discouraged.
• Open Roads: Both courses are held on open roads where vehicular traffic can be expected.

👟 5K Race Option

Our 5K option offers half the distance and half of the elevation change of our 10K: all on paved surfaces, crosses one wooden deck bridge twice, and also provides some amazingly sweeping vistas!

👕 Race Shirt

Race shirt is included with registration for those registering before April 1, 2026. Those registering on or after that date are not guaranteed to receive a shirt.

🏆 Awards

• Top Finishers: Overall top 3 male and female finishers in each race will receive a custom award (no double-dipping).
• Age Groups: In our 5-year age groups, the top 3 in each will take home a custom glass acknowledging their achievement.
• Special Award: The John Godinet Memorial Mid-Pack Maven Award will be presented to the 10K participant that finishes smack-dab in the middle of the pack!

💰 Refund Policy

You will be given the opportunity to purchase event insurance during registration from a third-party provider. Makin' Hay registrants will be able to initiate a partial refund via their RunSignup profile up until 30 days prior to the event. After that, no individual refunds or transfers.

🔗 More Information

For further details and registration, visit the official race page: Makin' Hay 10K & 5K.