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Saturday, July 13th, 2024 8:00 PM Bel Air, MD 21014 US Directions
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5K Run

$50 $40
($20: Ages 0 - 10)
07/13 8:00PM EDT Price increases after March 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EDT
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5K Virtual Run

$50 $40
($20: Ages 0 - 10)
Price increases after March 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EDT

Place

Harford County Equestrian Center
608 N Tollgate Road
Bel Air, MD US 21014

Description

Summer vibes only!  The Moonlight 5K presented by Brooks is the best way to spend a summer evening. This popular family-friendly event includes a finishers medal, glow bracelets, post-race food and drink, and a tech shirt from Brooks! Costumes and colorful clothing are encouraged! 

RACE DETAILS

REGISTRATION

$30 through 10/31/23
$35 11/01/23 through 12/31/23
$40 01/01/24 through 03/31/24
$45 04/01/24 through 07/07/24
$50 from 07/08/24 through race day (or until race sells out)

Ages 10 and under: $20 (this price will be applied at checkout for participants 10 and under)

Race registration fees (and the processing charge from RunSignup) are not refundable. These funds are used to pay for race premiums, permits, supplies, staffing, and other costs incurred before, during, and after the event is held. To be consistent and fair to everyone we cannot make exceptions to this policy.

Shirts are guaranteed to those who register by June 20th, and may not be available to those registering thereafter.


Want to run for free? With our referral program you can have your registration fee refunded!


Here is how it works:
1. Register online for the Moonlight 5K presented by Brooks.
2. Receive a unique referral link via your confirmation page and email.
3. Share this link with your friends, family or post on social media.
4. After (5) registrants sign up using your unique referral link you will automatically receive a refund of your registration fee.

 

VIRTUAL OPTION

We have created a virtual race option for those who are unable to join us. Here's how the virtual race works:

1. Register for the virtual event, and sign up for text or e-mail notifications.
2. Your race swag will be available for pickup at our Friday packet pickup, or can be mailed to you at no additional cost. Virtual race swag will be mailed starting on July 16th.
3. You'll receive a text or email (if you opt in) when the race "starts" on July 13, 2024.
4. Run your race and submit your results either by text message or email (if you've opted in) or by heading to the results page here by July 14, 2024 at 11:59pm Eastern Time). Results update in real time as people submit their times. Be sure to take a selfie and post on social media with the hashtag #charmcityrun and #moonlight5K.
5. Sit back and enjoy your swag!

Virtual race performances are not eligible for the overall event awards, but will be acknowledged in our post-race communication.

 

PACKET PICKUP

Friday, July 12, 2024 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Charm City Run - Bel Air
126 S. Main Street #2, Bel Air, MD 21014

Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Harford County Equestrian Center (first pavilion on your right as you enter the property)

*Packet Pickup locations and times are subject to change. Final Packet Pickup information will be sent in pre-race emails.

If you would like to pick up someone else's packet you must present their pre-race email that contains their QR code. We appreciate your cooperation with this.

 

COURSE


The 5K route will start through the grounds of the Harford County Equestrian Center then loop around the former duck pond before an out-and-back towards Annie's Playground.  The paths are mostly paved with a few boardwalks and a small gravel section.  There is one water stop around Mile 1 which will be passed again around Mile 2.5.  It's important to stay to the right side of the path along the entire route.  In the event of rain, the boardwalks will be slippery so please be careful. Course is subject to change.

 

AMENITIES

Participants will receive the following:

  • Race Shirt - A Brooks Performance shirt that will quickly become one of your favorites! Mens and Womens sizes from small to 2XL available, as well as youth sizes. Shirts are guaranteed to those who register by June 20th, and may not be available to those registering thereafter.
  • Finisher Medal - All finishers will receive a custom finisher medal! This is one unique medal that will stand out from the rest.
  • Glow Sticks - Two glow sticks that can be combined into a necklace, or worn separately as bracelets. Everybody is encouraged to wear your best neon gear!
  • Access to the post-race party - details below!

(2022 medal and swag pictured below)

         

 


AWARDS

  • Top (3) overall male, female and non-binary runners
  • Top (3) male and female runners in each of the following age groups:
    12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+

 

POST RACE PARTY

Continue your celebration at our post-race party complete with complimentary food and one beer (21+ only) -or- one Kona Ice in the upper pavilion for registrants. Additional beer is available for purchase for runners and spectators.

 

PARKING

Plenty of race parking is available in the grass lots at the Equestrian Center.

Harford County Equestrian Center
608 North Tollgate Road
Bel Air, MD 21014


CHARM CITY RUN TRAINING GROUPS

Are you interested in training for the Moonlight 5K presented by Brooks. Charm City Run Training will be providing a training program to help you reach your goals.  Check back for dates and times.

 

BENEFICIARY



Harford Family House, a non-profit organization that is the largest provider of transitional housing for homeless families with children in Harford County. They are the only organization in Harford County capable of keeping an intact family together during the crisis of homelessness.

 

EVENT GUIDELINES

Please no strollers (due to the narrow nature of the trail), roller blades, skates, bikes, dogs, or other pets allowed on the race course. For your safety we discourage the use of headphones. Your race number must be worn on your front and must be visible. DO NOT exchange or give your race number to another participant.

VOLUNTEERS

Want to help out? We couldn't do it without our many volunteers! There are lots of opportunities to get involved at Charm City Run's Moonlight 5K. 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!

REFUND, DEFERRAL, TRANSFER, AND CANCELLATION POLICIES

We want to be completely transparent with our policies regarding refunds, deferrals, and cancellations. If you are interested in signing up for this race please read this section carefully prior to registering. All interested participants will be shown these policies during the registration process and must agree to adhere to them in order to be admitted to the event.

Refunds

Race registration fees (and the processing charge from RunSignup) are not refundable. These funds are used to pay for race amenities, permits, supplies, staffing, and other costs incurred before, during, and after the event is held. To be consistent and fair to everyone we cannot make exceptions to this policy.

Deferrals

We offer the option for registrants to defer their entry to the following year's event based on Charm City Run's general deferral fee schedule:

  • Until (2) weeks prior to race day (June 28, 2024) - $15
  • Within (2) weeks of race (June 29, 2024 - July 12, 2024) - $30

Registrants may defer their entry by going into their profile on runsignup.com and choosing "Manage Registration" next to the race.

Transfers

We offer the option for registrants to transfer their entry to another eligible participant up to the day prior to the race, or July 12, 2024. After this deadline passes we are unable to allow transfers as race materials have been received and prepped for the event. Again, to be consistent and fair to everyone we cannot make exceptions to this policy. Registrants may transfer their entry to another registrant by going into their profile on runsignup.com and choosing "Manage Registration" next to the race.

Cancellation

2020 showed just how unpredictable our world can be, and the running industry was certainly no exception. We know that it's important to have as much information at your disposal when making a decision whether to sign up for a race or not, and we want you to know exactly what your options will be should the 2024 in-person race not be able to take place as originally planned. Our regular cancellation policy found here applies to other scenarios that could prompt the cancellation of an event including weather, local emergencies, etc. If you have any questions about our cancellation policy please email us at events@charmcityrun.com PRIOR to registering.

Sponsors

MOONLIGHT 5K PRESENTED BY BROOKS: A Charm City Run Signature Event


The Moonlight 5K presented by Brooks is owned and operated by Charm City Run Events, 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 eight 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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