Ruck & Rosé 5K
About this race
Ruck & Rosé 5K
City of Westminster’s First-Ever Ruck Event!
Grab your pack and raise a glass — the Ruck & Rosé 5K is making its debut in Westminster for Mother’s Day weekend! Join us on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Wakefield Valley Park (1000 Fenby Farm Rd, Westminster, MD 21157) for a one-of-a-kind fitness event that combines strength, fun, and a little rosé flair.
What is Rucking?
Rucking is simply walking or hiking with a weighted backpack (aka a “ruck”), rooted in military training. It’s low-impact, high-reward, and perfect for all fitness levels. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned rucker, this 5K course will challenge you, energize you, and leave you feeling strong. Participants must have their ruck/pack weighed at the weigh-in station both before and after the race to confirm it meets the minimum required weight.
Required weights & packs:
Minimum Required Weight
Female Participants: 10 lbs
Male Participants: 20 lbs
Approved Gear
A ruck backpack
A weighted vest
A regular backpack with added weight
Weight Suggestions for beginner & experienced Rucker's:
Ruck plates
Dumbbells
Bricks wrapped securely
Sandbags
Weight plates
Books (secured tightly)
Please make sure your weight is: secure and not shifting and your pack is safe, comfortable and properly fitting.
Price:
$30/person (individual registration)
On May 1 price will increase to $35/person
$100/team (4 participants)
On May 1 price will increase to $120/team
Grab your crew and ruck it together! Teams are 4 participants — because everything is better with friends (and a little friendly competition).
First teammate registers for $100
The other THREE teammates register FREE
Registration Includes:
Finisher Medal
Ruck & Rosé T-Shirt for every registered participant
Rocking Ruck Party Access including post-race refreshments, Rosé (21+), Live DJ, Free Flowers for Mom’s.
Individual Awards:
Overall Male & Female Medals + ceremony recognition
Team Awards & Basket Prizes:
Stick around for the post-race celebration because we’re handing out some seriously fun team awards:
Overall Team Award
Award Medals + ceremony recognition
“The Hall of Fame Name” Prize Basket
For the team with the absolute best team name. Clever counts. Puns encouraged.
“Smells Like Team Spirit” Prize Basket
For the most creative, spirited, and standout squad vibe.
“The Last Team Standing” Prize Basket
For the team that shows true grit and perseverance — even if they’re the final crew to cross the finish line. (Because finishing strong > finishing first.)
Packet Pick-Up (Recreation and Parks Department, 11 Longwell Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157):
May 7, 8 AM - 7 PM
May 8, 8 AM - 7 PM
So, gather your moms, sisters, besties, gym crew, or coworkers. Coordinate your outfits. Create an unforgettable team name and come ready to ruck. This is more than just a race — it’s a celebration of strength, motherhood, community, and good vibes. Come ruck with us and be part of history at Westminster’s first-ever ruck race!
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Running
Ruck & Rosé 5K
Discounted registration available for teams of four ($100/team). Team registration will increase to $120/team 5/1/2026.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Westminster.
Course
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Westminster
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Westminster 5K Races 14 races
- 10K Run Events in Westminster 7 races
- Westminster Running Calendar 2026 19 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 20 Westminster events
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