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Mattawoman Creek Art Center's 4th Annual
Art In The Park 5-K Fun-Run!
COVID UPDATE: Currently there are no special requirements for participants, but this is subject to change based on CDC and State guidelines.
Please join us for Mattawoman Creek Art Center's 4th Annual "Art In The Park Fun-Run!" The walk/run course will traverse the beautiful natural surroundings of Smallwood State Park, situated on the Mattawoman Creek. The "Art In The Park 5-K" is a great way to enjoy the Autumn weather, explore nature, and appreciate beautiful works of art created by local artists in the DC Metro area. (For those who wish to participate from other locations, please sign up for our VIRTUAL 5K Option. Choose your own time, date and location. CLICK HERE FOR THE VIRTUAL 5K INFO & REGISTRATION OPTION)
Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome. Strollers are allowed, but must follow the runners. People-friendly dogs on a leash are Allowed. Awards will follow at the conclusion of the race.
Participants are welcome and encouraged to visit the gallery and gift shop. Proceeds from the 5-K registration and any gift shop purchases benefit the Mattawoman Creek Art Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Chick-fil-A will be donating sandwiches, or you can bring your own and enjoy your lunch in the picnic area. So grab your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers & fellow nature-lovers and register now!
(See below for details )
DATE: Saturday, October 21st, 2023 (RAIN DATE: Sunday, October 22nd)
PLACE: Smallwood State Park, 2759 Sweden Point Road, Marbury, Maryland
TIME: Race is from 10am - 12pm Art Center and Gift Shop will be open in the afternoon and all
are welcome to visit and shop.
COURSE INFORMATION: Chip Timing will NOT be used. This is a FUN RUN. Most of the course will be on paved surfaces and will include a long footbridge crossing over wetlands.
ADULT ENTRY FEE: $34 due on or before September 16th, 2023. Late registration (after Sept 16th):$39
(Shirts are not guaranteed for late registrants) *NO REFUNDS FOR THIS RACE
SENIOR (Age 60+) ENTRY FEE: $28 due on or before September 16th, 2023. Late registration(after Sep 16th) $33
(Shirts are not guaranteed for late registrants) *NO REFUNDS FOR THIS RACE
YOUTH (18 & Under) ENTRY FEE: $19 due on or before September 16th, 2023 (After Sept 16th): $24
(Shirts are not guaranteed for late registrants) *NO REFUNDS FOR THIS RACE
AGE 7 & Under: FREE (No T-shirts or medals will be provided)
ENTRY FEES INCLUDE: Entry to the park and Art Center, Souvenir T-Shirt (if registered on or before Sept.16th), Medal, Water Stations and Snacks.
AWARDS: Top three males and females in each age division will receive a custom certificate. Top male and female overall will each receive a trophy.
TIMELINE:
8:00-9:45am: Same day registration and pick up of race packets (race packets may be picked
up the day before the race if preferred, at Mattawoman Creek Art Center from
11am - 4pm)
9:45-9:55am: Warm up for runners
10:00am: 5K Run begins
10:10am: 5K Walk begins
12:30-1:00pm: Award Presentation
REGISTRATION BELOW
*NO REFUNDS FOR THIS EVENT
Register Here (Complete BOTH steps below for EACH registration)
Step 1: Fill out and submit Registration & Release Form below; and
Step 2: Pay your entry fee now by credit card, or by downloading a mail-in form to send with your payment.
STEP 1
STEP 2
Choose this option to pay your entry fee online with a credit card.*
(If payment link is not working, please use the "Mail-In Payment" option below)
For Adult Participants
For participants age 18 and younger
OR
USE THIS MAIL-IN OPTION
Download a form to print, fill out
and mail in with your entry fee.*
THE 5K ROUTE
will be posted
closer to the event date.
For Senior Participants age 60+
*NO REFUNDS FOR THIS EVENT
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