2 walking events in Westminster, Maryland

Ruck & Rosé 5K

City of Westminster’s First-Ever Ruck Event!

Grab your pack and raise a glass — the Ruck & Rosé 5K is making its debut in Westminster for Mother’s Day weekend! Join us on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Wakefield Valley Park (1000 Fenby Farm Rd, Westminster, MD 21157) for a one-of-a-kind fitness event that combines strength, fun, and a little rosé flair.

What is Rucking?

Rucking is simply walking or hiking with a weighted backpack (aka a “ruck”), rooted in military training. It’s low-impact, high-reward, and perfect for all fitness levels. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned rucker, this 5K course will challenge you, energize you, and leave you feeling strong. Participants must have their ruck/pack weighed at the weigh-in station both before and after the race to confirm it meets the minimum required weight.

Required weights & packs:

Minimum Required Weight

Female Participants: 10 lbs

Male Participants: 20 lbs

Approved Gear

A ruck backpack

A weighted vest

A regular backpack with added weight

Weight Suggestions for beginner & experienced Rucker's:

Ruck plates

Dumbbells

Bricks wrapped securely

Sandbags

Weight plates

Books (secured tightly)

Please make sure your weight is: secure and not shifting and your pack is safe, comfortable and properly fitting.

Price:

$30/person (individual registration)

On May 1 price will increase to $35/person

$100/team (4 participants)

On May 1 price will increase to $120/team

Grab your crew and ruck it together! Teams are 4 participants — because everything is better with friends (and a little friendly competition).

First teammate registers for $100

The other THREE teammates register FREE

Registration Includes:

Finisher Medal

Ruck & Rosé T-Shirt for every registered participant

Rocking Ruck Party Access including post-race refreshments, Rosé (21+), Live DJ, Free Flowers for Mom’s.

Individual Awards:

Overall Male & Female Medals + ceremony recognition

Team Awards & Basket Prizes:

Stick around for the post-race celebration because we’re handing out some seriously fun team awards:

Overall Team Award

Award Medals + ceremony recognition

“The Hall of Fame Name” Prize Basket

For the team with the absolute best team name. Clever counts. Puns encouraged.

“Smells Like Team Spirit” Prize Basket

For the most creative, spirited, and standout squad vibe.

“The Last Team Standing” Prize Basket

For the team that shows true grit and perseverance — even if they’re the final crew to cross the finish line. (Because finishing strong > finishing first.)

So, gather your moms, sisters, besties, gym crew, or coworkers. Coordinate your outfits. Create an unforgettable team name and come ready to ruck. This is more than just a race — it’s a celebration of strength, motherhood, community, and good vibes. Come ruck with us and be part of history at Westminster’s first-ever ruck race!

In person Fun Walk or Individual Walk in June

All money raised benefits these initiatives

Diabetes Awareness & Research: Lions Clubs International – the world's largest volunteer organization – announced in 2017 it will mobilize its 47,000 service clubs in 200 countries around a new signature cause - the global diabetes epidemic. The organization, founded 103 years ago, unveiled diabetes as a new focus for its 1.4 million members.

Lions Camp Merrick: Located in southern Maryland, Lions Camp Merrick offers non-stop fun for local children who are Deaf, Blind or are Type 1 Diabetic and are between the ages 6-16. Campers will participate in a “traditional overnight camp” experience supervised by trained and caring counselors. They also offer Family Diabetic Camp and Sibling Diabetic Camp for type 1 diabetic campers and their family members.