WELCOME TO THE 51ST BWC 5K!
Charm City Run is thrilled to announce that the 51st annual MedStar Health Baltimore Women's Classic 5K presented by New Balance race will take place on June 28, 2026!
Women of all participant levels from the Mid-Atlantic and across the country will share in the accomplishment of completing a 5K in scenic Baltimore City (or virtually from wherever they are!) in the nation’s second-oldest all-women’s race. We hope you'll join us!
Race Location
Power Plant Live!
34 Market Place
Baltimore, MD 21202 US
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Events
5K Run
Virtual 5K Run
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WHAT DO YOU GET FOR YOUR ENTRY?
A custom 2026 finisher medal (reveal coming soon!)
Race themed T-shirt (reveal coming soon!)
A rose at the finish line (in-person race only)
Cool towel at the finish line (in-person race only)
Snack spread and beverages at the post-race party (in-person race only)
Complimentary alcoholic beverage for participants 21+ (in-person race only)
Support, camaraderie, and encouragement through a network of strong & successful women
BENEFICIARIES
The House of Ruth Maryland leads the fight to end violence against women and their children by confronting the attitudes, behaviors and systems that perpetuate it, and by providing victims with the services necessary to rebuild their lives safely and free of fear.
Founded in 1977, House of Ruth Maryland is a nationally recognized leader in ending intimate partner violence, confronting the attitudes, behaviors and systems that perpetuate it, and providing victims with the services necessary to rebuild their lives safely and free of fear. This past year, House of Ruth Maryland provided comprehensive services to over 11,000 survivors—including shelter, a 24-hour hotline, legal advocacy, counseling, childcare, and prevention education—while holding those who cause harm accountable through an Abuse Intervention Program, the Gateway Project. If you or someone you know is experiencing intimate partner violence, please call 410-889-7884.
In November 1998 a new 84-bed shelter and 6 apartment transitional housing, featuring expanded services and programs, opened. The new shelter has a holistic health and wellness program, including an on-site health clinic staffed by the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing.
Today, House of Ruth Maryland is recognized as one of the nation’s most comprehensive domestic violence centers and has a staff of more than ninety. Our voluntary leadership consists of a thirty-member Board of Directors and an Advisory Committee.
Soles for Souls is a nonprofit organization founded by Afia Padonu in July 2022. We aim to provide a space of healing for individuals and families who have experienced pregnancy loss due to miscarriage, offering community-based conversations, therapy, storytelling, and various healing practices.
You will be prompted to make an extra donation during the registration process. You will be able to choose which beneficiary you would like your donation to go towards. 100% of extra donations will go directly to the chosen beneficiary. To make a donation without registering click the donation button at the top of this page.
Sponsors
MedStar Health Baltimore Women's Classic 5k presented by New Balance: A Charm City Run Signature Event
The MedStar Health Baltimore Women's Classic 5K presented by New Balance is owned and operated by Charm City Run Events in conjunction with the Charm City Run Foundation. Charm City Run is a race management and production company located in the Baltimore region with races throughout the state of Maryland. Charm City Run Events is committed to providing a unique and supportive race environment to participants of all faces and paces. Like most runners, we live for the spirit of race day. We love watching friends cross their first finish line together and competitive runners hitting that PR. We also love the celebration afterwards (especially if there's a free beer at the finish!). From 5Ks to Half Marathons, Charm City Run Events offers some of the best in racing in the Mid-Atlantic region! For more information, please click here.
With seven store locations around Maryland, Charm City Run is a Running & Walking Specialty company that is committed to fitting every customer in the "right" shoe. If you are training for your next event or just looking for something comfortable to wear day-to-day stop in and check us out! Learn more at charmcityrun.com.
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Event Location
Power Plant Live!
34 Market Place
Baltimore, MD 21202 US
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