In 72 days · Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
15 Eyler Road, Thurmont MD
Distance
5K
Typical weather
49–66°F · low rain risk
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2025
41–65°F
dry
2024
40–58°F
dry
2023
48–60°F
dry
2022
50–65°F
dry
2021
51–62°F
dry
2020
42–60°F
dry
2019
47–55°F
dry
2018
47–62°F
dry
2017
43–61°F
dry
2016
56–79°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Race Name: Gateway to the Cure Covered Bridge 5K
- Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: 15 Eyler Road, Thurmont, MD
- Registration Link: Register Here
Race Course
- Course Type: Challenging 5K loop
- Participants: Open to avid runners and beginners
- Accessibility: Walking and strollers are welcome
- Experience: An interesting course for all levels
Cause and Donations
- Charity: Money raised goes to the Patty Hurwitz Fund at FMH
- Impact: Over 120K raised in the past 10 years
- Partner: Funds benefit breast cancer research via Pink Ribbon Frederick
- Commitment: Continuing the effort to support the Fund
Participant Experience
- Gifts: Each registrant receives a pint glass with the event logo
- Food: Complimentary food available before and after the race
- Awards: Top 5 Male and Female finishers receive awards
- Atmosphere: Join a fun race for a great cause!
Join Us
- Event Type: Thurmont's premiere and only 5K racing event
- Community: A great opportunity to support a vital cause
- Engagement: Be part of an exciting community event
- Goal: Achieve personal milestones while contributing to research
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