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Saturday October 28, 2023 8:00 AM Baltimore, MD 21230 US Directions
RaceJoy Ready

Events

5K

10/28 8:00AM EDT - 10:00AM EDT

Place

Middle Branch Park
Baltimore, MD US 21230

Description

We are now in our eighth year and look forward to bringing you six city-wide 5K events taking place May through December. Sign up to enjoy one (or all) of our races. Runners and walkers alike will enjoy the fresh air, fitness, and fun. 

RACE INFORMATION


REGISTRATION FEES

Each run is only $5!

T-shirts are available for purchase for an additional $15. 



**Sign up for the entire series of six 5Ks for $25 ($5 savings). 

*There are no refunds of entry given for this event.

DIRECTIONS

  • Parking at Zombie Zoom Middle Branch:  There is a small parking lot at the park.  Overflow parking is available near the Broening Park Boat Ramp, then, walk along Middle Branch Trail under Hanover St to the start/finish area.
  • Packet Pickup & Finish line will be located near the playground at the East end of the Middle Branch parking lot.


SCHEDULE OF RACES

Saturday, May 13th, 2023: We Heart Moms 5K 

Saturday, June 10th, 2023: Dad's Day 5K 

Saturday, August 19th, 2023: Family Fun Day 5K 

Saturday, October 28th, 2023: Zombie Zoom 5K 

Saturday, November 18th, 2023: Trot the Trail 5K 

Saturday, December 2nd, 2023: Reindeer Run 5K


VIRTUAL RACE OPTION

We are keeping our Virtual Race Option for those who are not local, cannot make it on race day or are just not comfortable attending an in-person race yet. Here is how the virtual race works:

Sign Up to Participate
First step is registering and making it official! Click register now at the top of this page to sign up for the individual race or all 6 races in the series. During registration you can also opt-in to report your race results via text or email (we’ll explain more below).

Receive A Race T-Shirt
During the registration process you will have the opportunity to buy a race themed t-shirt for only $15. Your t-shirt will be mailed post race.

Print Your Digital Bib
We will be creating a "unique" race themed Digital Bib that you will be able to download and print and/or share on social media. Keep an eye out for pre-race email that will give instructions on how to access your "digital bib".

Sign Up for RaceJoy
To add to the virtual fun, we are also using the RaceJoy platform to offer a new way to run your virtual race! Learn more and download the app here! You'll be able to send cheers to other participants, get custom mile alerts and fun messages during your run, and automatically upload your results to RunSignup.

Run Your Race
You can run or walk your 5K (3.1 miles) anytime between October 28th and October 29th (11:59PM ET). You can run anywhere you like - your neighborhood, your favorite trail, your treadmill, or your local city park.

Submit Results
After you run or walk your race you can submit their results through text or email (if opted in during the registration process), or directly on the runsignup.com results page. If you have questions about submitting results don't hesitate to reach out to us at events@charmcityrun.com. Results automatically update as times are submitted, so you can check the results to see how you stack up against the competition.

Send Us a Selfie/Share Your Pictures!
If you don’t take a picture did it even happen? We’d love to see your pre- and post-race pictures! Share them on social media using the hashtag: #charmcityrun


RACE DAY SCHEDULE

7AM - Packet Pick-up Starts
8AM - Race Start
9AM - Award Ceremony


AWARDS

Top Male, Female and Non-Binary runners will receive a prize from Baltimore City Rec and Parks and Charm City Run.


COURSE

The Zombie Zoom will consist of two out and backs through Middle Branch Park



Course map provided for general guidance only.  Route subject to change.  Follow all directionals and instructions from race staff during event.


BENEFICIARY

A portion of the proceeds from the $5 5K series benefit Baltimore City park programming.

Volunteer Opportunities

Want to help out? Course Volunteers are needed at the BCRP $5 5K Series powered by Charm City Run. Click here to learn more and sign up. Don't forget - volunteers are eligible for our Volunteer Incentive Program where you can earn free entries to your favorite Charm City Run races!

Sponsors

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

RaceJoy


Available for Apple and Android devices.

Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy

Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!

We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Zombie Zoom 5K - BCRP $5 5K Series powered by Charm City Run.

Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!

Some key RaceJoy features include:

GPS Progress Alerts

  • Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.

Live GPS Tracking

  • Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.

Send-a-Cheer

  • Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.

Virtual Results (virtual events only)

  • Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
To use RaceJoy, you must carry your phone and activate tracking on the day you complete your race.
View RaceJoy How-To

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