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Thundering Hooves 5k/1mile Trail Run/Walk Hosted by Gentle Giants

Date:
Sat, May 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location:
17250 Old Frederick Rd.
Mt. Airy, Maryland
21771
United States
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Links:
thunderinghooves5k.com Register at active.com
Tags:
1mile 5k Run Trail Walk

Come experience a race like no other! Wind your way across our 340 acre farm while over 180+ draft horses shake the ground beneath them as they gallop alongside you! Our course features beautiful wooden forest trails that meander onto wide open grass pathways that lead you to incredible views of the entire farm. Race for time or stop to take a selfie with many of the draft horses eager to say hi!

The excitement doesn't end at the finish line! Stick around and grab some grub at one of the delicious food trucks on site and enjoy mounted archery and other riding demonstrations!

MUST register by midnight on May 5th in order to guarantee a race t-shirt with your packet! Registrations made after midnight on May 5th will not be guaranteed a race shirt.

Event details and schedule

DATE: Saturday, May 30th

START TIME: 9:00AM / Packet Pick-up: 8:00AM

PARKING & RACE ENTRANCE: 17250 Old Frederick Rd. Mt. Airy, MD 21771

Please aim to arrive early to get the best parking spot and grab your packet. Race and riding demonstrations will be held rain or shine.

We are commonly asked whether dogs and/or strollers are acceptable and while we are all huge animal lovers, we ask that you leave the fur-kids at home in order to keep them and our horses safe. Strollers are welcome, however, our course does have steep hills and valleys so please bear this in mind.

MUST register by midnight on May 5th in order to guarantee a race t-shirt with your packet! Registrations made after midnight on May 5th will not be guaranteed a race shirt.

Organized by Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue Event Organizer

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