Emancipation Day 5K
About this race
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
Pick your distance
Running
5K Run or Walk
Virtual 5K
Typical race-day weather
Based on 5 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Laurel.
About Laurel
Emancipation Day 5K takes place in Laurel, Maryland, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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- Laurel 5K Races Best Laurel routes for beginners and speed work.
- Laurel Running Calendar 2026 See all upcoming race dates.
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