Pints For Patapsco

Whether you’re in it for some friendly competition or would rather stick with a group, this event’s emphasis is on camaraderie, bringing together all paces and styles.

The 5k or 1 mile routes start and end at the Albin O. Kuhn Library. The 1 mile route will be leisurely and casually paced (pet and family friendly). Check-in time begins at 7:30 a.m. and the race/walk is at 8:30 a.m.

Entry Fees:

$20 for faculty, staff, alumni, and friends aged 17+ (anyone under 17 must be accompanied and registered by an adult)

$5 for current UMBC students

$50 for a family pack option (includes up to two adults 18 and over and any number of children)

$25 race day fee for non-students, $10 for students, and $60 for a family pack (pending space)

Event is limited to 250 participants

VISIT https://homecoming.umbc.edu/ to register and get more information.

The 14th annual 5k run/walk is on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at 9 am. The course starts in Union Square Park and winds through and around Southwest Baltimore's historic landmarks and parks, including Hollins Market, the Irish Railroad Workers Museum, the B&O Railroad Museum, the Mount Clare Museum House in Carroll Park, and the H.L. Mencken House and Museum. The course showcases SOWEBO’s rich cultural diversity, architectural beauty, historic landmarks, and parks. Race participants enjoy refreshments and music during the awards ceremony in historic Union Square.

Get in the Halloween spirit and join our family-friendly run/walk through historic Fort McHenry while supporting critically ill children in Believe In Tomorrow's programs.

October 24, 2026 at 8:30 am. | The Liberty Lot in Locust Point, 1215 E Fort Ave Baltimore, MD US 21230

The 30th Annual Believe In Tomorrow Children's Foundation Port to Fort 6K sponsored by Home Depot is consistently one of Baltimore’s best run/walk races. Offering spectacular views of Baltimore’s harbor, this is one of the only races that is granted access to historic Fort McHenry. Includes prizes, t-shirts and the best Halloween-themed post-race party in Maryland!

🎃 Breakfast provided by THB Bagelry, Chick-fil-A & more

🎃 Snacks and water to fuel your run/walk

🎃 Music and entertainment from a live DJ

🎃 Trick-or-treating and pumpkin painting

🎃 Costume contest with prizes for most creative adult, child, and group

🎃 Beautiful flower giveaway from Bell Nursery (one flower per runner)

🎃 Help us help you! Raise $200 or get five friends to register and you will receive a full refund of your registration fee. (*Your five friends MUST use the referral code you receive after your registration is complete.)

There will be race medals given to the top three finishers in the following age groups:

Top 3 overall finishers, men and women.

10 and Under

11-15

16-19

20-29

30-39

40-49

50-59

60-69

70 and over

Please Note: Saturday, October 3rd is the last day to be guaranteed your preferred shirt size. All others will be subject to availability.

Click here to learn more about Believe In Tomorrow Children's Foundation.