Emancipation Day 5K

Sat, Sep 5, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT

Location: 497 8th St., Alice B McCullough Field, Laurel, MD 20707
Type: Run

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

Run or walk in historic Laurel, MD, supporting diabetes care for children and adults through the University of Maryland Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology.

Competitive
For a Cause

Great for

Beginner Friendly

Join the 14th Annual Emancipation Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk in historic Laurel, MD. This event supports the University of Maryland's Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology-Midtown, which provides vital care and services to children and adults managing diabetes. Whether you choose to run or walk, in person or virtually, your participation helps prevent complications and improve lives within the community. It's a chance to move with purpose and contribute to a meaningful cause.

What to expect

Participate in a 5K Run/Walk or a 1 Mile Fun Walk.
Support the University of Maryland Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology-Midtown.
Receive a custom race bib and finisher medal, with virtual options available.

Standout details

Benefits diabetes care
Professionally timed 5K
Custom race bib and medal
Virtual option available

Perks & features

Medal
Swag Included

From the public listing; confirm on the official site.

Distances & registration

3 options

Use the official signup link above for all distances.

5K
2 options · closes Sep 5, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
4mo 6d 10h 46m left
- Run or Walk
  Closes Sep 5, 2026, 3:55 AM EDT · From $28.45
- Virtual 5K
  Closes Sep 5, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $33.74
Other options
1 option · closes Sep 5, 2026, 3:55 AM EDT
4mo 5d 18h 42m left
- Fun Walk
  Closes Sep 5, 2026, 3:55 AM EDT · From $23.16

Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.

From the organizer

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