Emancipation Day 5K
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Emancipation Day 5K

Laurel, Maryland, United States
Sep 05, 2026
Running

About the Event

Join us in historic Laurel, MD on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026 for the Emancipation Day 5K! 

14th Annual Emancipation Day Diabetes 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Walk - Run or Walk, Live or Virtual

For the benefit of University of Maryland's Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology-Midtown

The University of Maryland Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology-Midtown serves children and adults with diabetes in Baltimore City, the surrounding counties and the region. We offer the highest quality of care and service to assist people with diabetes in managing the disease and preventing complications. Annually, the Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology sees over 3,000 patients, including those with Type 1, Type 2, or gestational diabetes.

5K Run/Walk and the 1 Mile Fun Walk are $25.00 per person. Registration includes custom race bib and race medal. 

Results will be available on-line immediately after the race, awards presented on site for overall and age groups

Can't make it on race day? Sign up for our Virtual Option!  We will mail your race bib and finisher medal (shipping cost included for Virtual Racers). 

This event is rain or shine and no refunds will be offered.  Our event is professionally timed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing

Join fellow runners on September 5, 2026 for the Emancipation Day 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Laurel.

Races Offered

Running

5K Run or Walk

Sep 05, 2026 5K 08:00
$25.00
Open

Virtual 5K

Sep 05, 2026 5K 08:00
$30.00
Open

About Laurel

Emancipation Day 5K takes place in Laurel, Maryland, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.

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