Angels on the Run 5K

We look forward to our 7th Annual Run to Honor, scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026

Aberdeen Proving Ground Survivor Outreach, invites you to join us as we Honor the Surviving Family Members of our Fallen Service Members with our 7th annual Run to Honor 5K Run/Walk

In 2026, we are offering both Live and Virtual opportunities for participation. We hope you can join us on post or wherever you may be! The LIVE 5K event will begin at 9:00 am.

This race is being professionally timed and managed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing, LLC

Very popular race. Event sells out every year! This race takes place on Columbia Gateway Drive in Columbia, MD. With only one hill on the looped course, this race is relatively flat, FAST and appropriate for all experience levels including first-timers! This race includes both an adult and youth race. All information about this race can be viewed at www.rivalraceseries.com/columbiagatewayduathlon.

Sprint

2 Mile Run | 10 Mile Bike | 2 Mile Run

Youth - 7-10 Yr Old

0.5 Mile Run | 2 Mile Bike | 0.5 Mile Run

Youth - 11-15 Yr Old

0.5 Mile Run | 2 Mile Bike | 1 Mile Run

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The 19th Annual AFCEA Central Maryland 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk Race for Excellence will be held on Saturday, April 18th at 9AM. A virtual option will also be available.

The AFCEA Central Maryland Chapter (AFCEA-CMD) is a non-profit membership association dedicated to providing an ethical, interactive forum for sharing knowledge and building relationships across government, military, industry and academia.

We accomplish our goal by promoting the continuing education of current IT professionals and supporting the education of future leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Each year our AFCEA-CMD chapter is able to award over $200,000 to qualified students and teachers through scholarships, endowments, and grants.

The 19th Annual AFCEA-CMD 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk is an uplifting, family-oriented, community event that benefits AFCEA’s Central Maryland STEM Scholarship Fund.

Join over 1,000 participants and spectators on a beautiful April day to take part in this run/walk!

All event activities will take place in Columbia, MD, with both the start and finish lines on Columbia Gateway Drive and the After Party (Pub Dog on Stanford Blvd in Columbia) in Columbia, MD.

In partnership with the Downtown Columbia Partnership and Columbia Association. Starting and finishing at Colorburst Park in the Merriweather District, this race is appropriate for all level runners. Race registration includes a shirt and finisher medal. Learn more about this race at www.rivalraceseries.com/discoverdowntowncolumbia5k10k.

Pets, baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, bicycles, and any other non-official wheeled vehicles are prohibited.

Online registration closes Thursday, April 16 - end of day.

In person registration is available during packet pick up times. To view packet pick up times, go to www.rivalraceseries.com/discoverdowntowncolumbia5k10k.

The Ellicott City 5K & 10K is a scenic and community-focused road race held each spring near historic Ellicott City, offering runners the choice of a fast, well-organized 5K or a more challenging 10K. The paved course typically starts and finishes near the Oella area, winding through quiet roads with rolling terrain that rewards steady pacing and strong finishes. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, quality race production, and local support, the event attracts everyone from first-time runners to competitive athletes, making it a staple on the regional racing calendar and a great way to experience the charm and energy of the Ellicott City community.