Annapolis 10 Mile Run

🏃‍♂️ Annapolis Ten Mile Run Overview

The Annapolis Ten Mile Run is a 10-mile foot race organized by the Annapolis Striders, Inc., a 1000 member, all volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Established in 1978 in Annapolis, Maryland, the club promotes physical fitness and mental well-being through distance running. The race is conducted according to the road racing guidelines of the Road Runners Club of America.

• Recognition: The race has been listed as one of the top ten 10-mile races in the country by Runner’s World Magazine.
• Scenic Route: It is a beautiful run through historic Annapolis and over the Severn River.

🕖 Race Information

The race begins at 7 a.m. It starts and finishes at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

📅 Registration

• Fees: Dates and fees will be announced soon!
• Field Limit: Race registration will close when 5000 registrants are reached. All participants must be at least 12 years old as of the date of the race to enter.
• In-Person Registration: If there are spots available, race registration will be permitted on August 29, 2025, at the race expo starting at 10 a.m. The fee is $125, credit card only, subject to availability.
• Transfers: Transfers will be allowed through RunSignup from June 1-July 31. Follow the instructions found here: Transfer Instructions.

⚖️ Deferrals

We will be offering deferrals to 2027 this year. The deferral fee will be $35.00. Registered runners for the 2026 Annapolis 10 Mile Run can defer their registration to the 2027 Annapolis 10 Mile Run using RunSignup from July 1, 2026, to August 16, 2026. Instructions for A-10 registration deferral are as follows:

• Sign In: Either sign in to runsignup.com profile and click "Manage Registration," or select "Manage Registration" in the confirmation email you received.
• Deferrals: Click "Deferrals" from the menu and follow the process.
• Confirmation: After completion, you will receive an e-mail confirming that you are entered into the 2027 Annapolis 10 Mile Run.

💵 Refunds

There are no refunds for any reason, and no deferrals will be permitted outside the time periods stated above. No exceptions.

🚫 Unauthorized Actions

UNAUTHORIZED TRANSFERRING OF BIBS, BIB SWAPPING, and BANDITS (non-registered runners) are NOT permitted. Please do not run on someone else's bib. It causes timing and award issues, and we do not know who is on the course should a medical emergency arise. Those caught unofficially transferring bibs risk future disqualification from the Annapolis 10 Mile Run.

📏 Race Rules

In keeping with the A-10’s tradition of awarding a Finisher’s Premium, NO premiums will be distributed at the packet pickup/expo or to any registrants who do not finish the race. The premium will not be mailed. No exceptions!

• Headphones: NO headphones or earbuds allowed.
• Equipment: No wheels (roller blades, bikes, strollers, etc.) allowed.
• Pets: No dogs (or cats!) allowed on the course.

All decisions of the race directors are final.

📦 Packet Pick-Up

• Saturday, August 29: 10am - 3pm at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Present a government-issued photo ID to pick up your packet.
• Sunday, August 30: 5:30am-6:45am at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Bibs will ONLY be given to the registered runner on race day. Come prepared with your photo ID.

🎉 Race Expo

Join us Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 10am-3pm at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the Race Expo! In addition to packet pick-up, the Expo will feature custom Annapolis Striders Merchandise and merchandise from local running stores, displays, and more.

🏆 Awards

The A-10 Awards Ceremony will be at approximately 9:00am at the band stage. AWARDS WILL NOT BE MAILED. If you have to leave early, please designate a person to receive your award for you.

• Overall: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place: Male, Female, & Nonbinary: based on gun time.
• Masters: (Age 40 and up) 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place: based on gun time.
• Grand Masters: (Age 50 and up) 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place: based on gun time.
• Age Group Awards: Awards for various age categories, based on chip time.

Special awards include:

• Pat O’Brien Memorial Award: To the top finishing Anne Arundel County Female.
• Capt Willie McCool Award: To the top finishing U.S. Naval Academy Alum.
• Lt. Col. Ben Moore, USMC (ret) Award: To the top finishing Anne Arundel County Male.

🎽 Race Amenities

• Premium: All registrants receive a small item celebrating the race. Finishers receive a premium and medal!
• Bag Drop: No bag check is available. Please leave belongings in your vehicle.
• Track a Runner: The 2026 Annapolis 10 Mile Run Live Tracking App is now available! Download at Live Tracking App.

🎶 Post Race

Featuring entertainment from local band Rickshaw Lizard: refreshments including cold beer, frozen fruit bars, bananas, and snacks.

🤝 Volunteer

Hundreds of volunteers are needed to put on this event. If you have family or friends willing to help out and get a great volunteer’s shirt, please let us know. TO VOLUNTEER: Email Eva Coale at a10volunteers@annapolisstriders.org.