Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49)
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air offers a fast, flat course perfect for setting personal bests.
Race Date
Dec 5, 2026
Location
Bel Air, MD
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Location
- Bel Air, Maryland
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 10
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, Maryland, provides a straightforward racing experience focused on performance. This event, first held in 2025, is designed for runners looking to achieve personal records on a certified, fast, and flat course.
The out-and-back course is optimized for speed, with minimal elevation changes. Runners can expect a consistent pace throughout their chosen distance, whether they opt for the 5K, 10K, or the half marathon. The race begins promptly at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup conveniently available just before the start.
With a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes for the half marathon, the event is accessible to a range of runners. Participants receive finisher medals and shirts, with opportunities for awards and costume contests adding to the festive atmosphere. The race draws participants primarily from the local region, making it a community-focused event.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2853327571 This is an out-and-back course. (1.56M) The 5K does the course twice. The 10K does the course four times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5792803567 The course is an out-and-back. (2.18M) The Half Marathon does the course six times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
Cedar Lane Regional Park, Bel Air, MD, 21015
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
1 year running
~10 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 3 states
winner 1:28:58
typical high 46°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
33°
Afternoon (High)
46°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
69%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 10 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
10
Median time
1:57:58
Latest turnout
10
States
3
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49)?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49) is held on Saturday, December 5, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49) take place?
It takes place in Bel Air, Maryland.
What distances does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49) course flat and good for a PR?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 10 runners who have completed the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49).
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