Candy Cane Dash

🎅 Candy Cane Dash Overview

This beautiful and fun 5K dash around Frederick Maryland's Baker Park is held annually on the first Saturday of December to benefit Girls on the Run of Mid and Western Maryland. Come ready to compete, or come in a (safe) costume - we’ll provide a high-energy event for all!

📅 Important Dates

• Shirt Deadline: November 15, 2024. You can request a shirt at packet pickup: however, receipt of a shirt is not guaranteed after this date. We do have plenty of finisher's medals to go around, so you won't walk away empty-handed!
• Packet Pickup: Race HQ and race-day packet pickup will take place adjacent to the Talley Rec Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick Md., from 7 to 8:45 AM.
• Start Times: The 1K Fun Run/Roll will begin at 8:30 AM - the 5K run/walk/roll will start promptly at 9:00 AM.
• Virtual Packets: Will be shipped December 2, 2024.

💳 Registration Information

Those planning on registering on-site race morning should be prepared to register via smartphone and use a credit card for payment. NO CASH is accepted for race-day registration. We will have personnel to assist with on-site registration in the Drees Booth, if needed.

🌐 Additional Information

You can view the race day schedule and other info at www.candycanedash.org

🍬 New! Companion Race - Gingerbread Dash 5K!

The elves are once again excited to bring back the Dash spirit to Downtown Hagerstown on Sunday, December 8, 2024 with the Gingerbread Dash! This event promises to be the perfect complement to the Candy Cane Dash, with plenty of holiday cheer to go around! For information about the Gingerbread Dash visit us at www.gingerbreaddash.org.