Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race

Sat, Apr 10, 2027, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Havre De Grace, MD; 3833 Rider Ln, 21078
Featured distance: 3.1 Miles
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run a 5K trail race with a quirky turtle theme, support wildlife conservation, and enjoy a lively after-party at Hopkins Farm Brewery.

Fun
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Quirky
Festive
For a Cause

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For a Cause

Join the Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race at Hopkins Farm Brewery for a unique experience supporting local wildlife conservation. This event encourages runners to embrace the turtle theme with costumes and offers a fun 3.1-mile trail run. After crossing the finish line, celebrate with a "turtley awesome" after-party featuring live music and a beer garden. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, fellow enthusiasts, and contribute to a meaningful cause.

What to expect

A 3.1-mile trail race winding through Hopkins Farm Brewery.
Embrace the theme with a turtle costume for a chance to win prizes.
Celebrate post-race at an after-party with live music and beer available for purchase.

Standout details

Turtle costume contest with prizes
After-party with live music
Supports wildlife conservation
Wooden race medal for all participants

Perks & features

After-Party
Shirt

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Vibe Check

Easygoing

Trail + rolling terrain

Mostly trail
Rolling area

The course

Trail
Rolling
Timed race

From the organizer

Join us for a turtle derby themed 5K trail race at Hopkins Farm Brewery on Saturday April 11th, 2026 to raise funds for local wildlife conservation

Race Goals

Raise funds for Susquehannock Wildlife Society's local wildlife conservation efforts Raise awareness about turtle population declines and conservation efforts Build community between local wildlife conservationists, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts Have fun running around Hopkins Farm Brewery. Turtle costumes encouraged! Packet Pickup

Friday April 10th , 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Susquehannock Wildlife Conservation Center ( 1725 Trappe Church Rd, Darlington, MD ) Saturday April 11th , 2026, from 7:30 to 8:30 am at Hopkins Farm Brewery ( 3833 Rider Ln, Havre De Grace, MD ) Race Details

Runners need to arrive at the start line at 9:00 am Brief introduction to the race from 9:00 to 9:10 am The race will start at 9:10 am Turtley awesome after party 9:30-11:00 am Beer available for purchase after 10 am Award ceremony 10:30 am The course will be a meandering 5K around the trails at Hopkins Farm Brewery Race Course

https://www.strava.com/routes/3470164656223794718 Giveaways

Every participant will receive a wooden race medal Add a race tee shirt for $5.00 Race tees will be ordered on 3/27/2026, any sign ups after this date will have the option to purchase a shirt at the race. Awards and Prizes

Awards will be given to the top three males and females in each age group Age groups: 10 and under, 11-18, 19-30, 30-50, 50 and over Prizes given to the most realistic turtle costume , most original turtle costume , best overall turtle costume, best group turtle costume, and best family turtle costume After party

After you are done racing, join us for the turtley awesome after party Awards and prizes will be presented at 10:30 am Live music by Sean O'Brien Grab a beer at Hopkins Farm Brewery Contact for John@suskywildlife.org questions

This event made possible by a grant from the Harford County Office of Community & Economic Development. For those of you who are visiting from out of town, please consider staying in a local hotel so you can join both of our pollinator events this weekend. Hotel accommodations and other fun things in the area can be found by visiting www.helloharford.com

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