YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES
- Entry in the Sneakers & Sirens 5K or 1-Mile Walk
- An Under Armour T-shirt ($35 value)
- A Special Finisher's Medal
- A Custom Bib for the Race
- Free Race Day Parking
- A Chance to Participate along side a Police Officer
- K9 Officer Demonstrations and Photo Ops with Police Vehicles & Equipment
- An Official Time and Overall Award Divisions for Officers & Civilians
- A Moral Boost since all proceeds will Benefit the Montgomery County Police Foundation
- A Heck of a Good Time!
REGISTRATION
Registering is easy. Simply CLICK HERE and select the distance you want to participate in. Or use the “SIGN UP” button above or below that will easily guide you through the registration process.
After you register, you will immediately receive an automated email confirmation. 1-2 weeks prior to the event, you will receive confirmation materials via email with specific instructions about the event day.
CAN'T RUN LIVE, choose the virtual option.
CHIEF'S CUP CHALLENGE
If you currently work for a Montgomery County Police Precinct or Section, YOU CAN SAVE $5 and represent your department in our 5K CHALLENGE. Intra-Department teams will combine 5K times to compete for the prestigious Chief’s Cup which will be presented to the top finishing teams.
Qualified teams will be scored off their top 3 times with teams required to include at least 1 female member.
Prizes also awarded for the biggest team and most spirited team. Rally your sworn and professional staff co-workers and represent your department for year-long bragging rights.
PLEASE USE THE BLUE SIGN-UP BUTTON BELOW TO REGISTER FOR YOUR TEAM IN THE PRECINCT CHALLENGE
(Must be a current sworn or professional staff of the Baltimore County Police Department to be eligible.) Virtual participants are NOT eligible for the Chief's Cup Challenge.
DONATIONS
Make a $125 Donation to our Montgomery County Police Foundation and your Race Entry is FREE! To earn your free entry, make your $125 tax-deductible donation during the registration process, and your race entry fee will automatically be credited. Must make your contribution at the same time as your race registration to be eligible for your discount. Other restrictions may apply.
SWAG
Participants will receive an Under Armour race shirt during packet pick-up. Gender specific sized shirts are available on a first come, first serve basis. REGISTER EARLY to ensure your size is available. Finishers will also receive a custom race medal. (PLEASE NOTE: SHIRT COLOR & STYLE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.)
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PACKET PICK UP
You will be able to pick up your race shirt and bib prior to race day. Below is the schedule (TIMES & LOCATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE):
FRIDAY 4/9 @ Corrigan Sports HQ from 12p to 4p- 6725 Santa Barbara Ct, #114, Elkridge
SATURDAY 4/10 @ Public Safety HQ from 2p to 4p located at 100 Edison Park Drive Gaithersburg, MD, 20878.
SUNDAY 4/11 @ Public Safety HQ from 7:30a to 8:30a located at 100 Edison Park Drive Gaithersburg, MD, 20878.
IMPORTANT PICK UP INFO
You can pick up a packet for a friend, but please have their confirmation email with you to avoid confusion.
Virtual participants will be mailed their race packets and DO NOT need to attend packet pick up.
Race Morning pick up will be busy. Please try to attend one of our pre race day pick up locations.
TIMING/LIMITS/RESTRICTIONS
The 5K is a chip-timed event. The 1-mile fun walk is not timed.
Participants in the 1-mile walk will start first, five minutes before the 5K. Due to logistical concerns with the course merge, we ask that anyone who intends to run on race day to select the 5K. You must finish the 1 mile route in 30 minutes.
Participants in the 5K will start just after the 1-mile walkers and follow a different route and direction from the walk course. You must complete your course in 1 hour but you can run, jog or walk the entire course. Don’t worry, the festival area at the end of the race will be eagerly awaiting you!
Jogging strollers are permitted, but are asked to start in the back of the pack. Wheelchair athletes are permitted, but due to safety concerns and street closure restrictions, cannot travel faster than the fastest runner. No bikes, scooters, skateboards, or other wheeled vehicles are allowed.
AWARDS
In addition to the Chief's Cup, we will have awards for the top 3 overall Male & Female 5K finishers. Winners will get an award (No awards for the 1-mile walk)
Following the race, we will host a short awards ceremony on site from the stage in the village. Afterwards, we invite all participants and their cheering section to join us for a post-race party where we will continue to have fun and fellowship.
POLICE DEMOS
Following the race, please join us for a special demonstration, Q&A Session and Photo Opportunity featuring the K9 dogs, Tactical Team, Forensics Unit, Honor Guard and more.
The police will also have the Virtual Training System set up…real life interactive training scenarios.
After you finish, make plans to stick around and check out some of the other fun activities that will help celebrate the occasion.
ABOUT THE 5K COURSE
The 5K course will start and finish at the Chief J. Thomas Manger Public Safety Headquarters located at 100 Edison Park Drive Gaithersburg, MD, 20878. The race route will wind through some scenic sites including running along the shores of Lake Nirvana and Inspiration Lake and past Lakelands Park and Kentlands Green.
After the race, stick around and learn about some of Montgomery County's special units
ABOUT THE 1-MILE WALK
The 1 Mile Fun Walk will start and finish at the Chief J. Thomas Manger Public Safety Headquarters located at 100 Edison Park Drive Gaithersburg, MD, 20878.
We encourage all participants to pick up their packet at either of the pre-race packet locations. Those who need to pick up their bib on race morning should arrive between 7:30a and 8:30a to complete the packet pick up process.
Participants must be able to complete the 1 mile walk within 30 minutes. The 1-Mile route will start before the 5k and run in a counter clockwise loop, opposite of the
PLEASE NOTE: Do to logistical concerns with the route merge, THIS IS INTENDED TO BE A WALK. If you plan to run, please select the 5K.
VOLUNTEER
Interested in volunteering and supporting your community, as well as hundreds of runners and walkers? There’s a spot for everyone at volunteer stations, including: registration, starting line, finish line, water stops, course monitors, and more. Email tj@corrigansports.com for more information and to sign up as a volunteer.
To Sign Up or Learn More About Volunteering, visit THIS LINK
RUNNING VIRTUALLY
The Sneakers & Sirens 5K is a live race, BUT we are excited to announce that the race will also have a virtual component! So get registered today and then check out the next steps below!
PREPARE FOR YOUR RACE DAY
Download your bib on Run Sign Up- HERE’S HOW
You can use any app you want to time your race, or if you choose, run untimed.
Keep checking out our online run community for tips, tricks, and fun.
HOW TO RUN VIRTUALLY.
We’re encouraging everyone to complete their race on April 12th for a true race day feel. However, you’re free to do your race ANYTIME, ANYWHERE!
You may use whatever timing and distance tracking method/app that you choose. You are not required to submit your time, however, if you want your time posted online, you must submit your time on Run Sign Up by May 25th. Regardless of whether or not you submit your time, you will get your premium and medal.
ENJOY YOUR SWAG!
All virtual runners will receive their gear by mail.
If you currently work for a Montgomery County Police Precinct or Section, YOU CAN SAVE $5 by SIGNING UP HERE.
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