Dash your way across the finish line on Saturday, December 2, 2023!

Candy Cane Dash 5K & 1K
Benefitting Girls on the Run Mid Maryland

Candy Cane Dash 5K & 1K Benefitting Girls on the Run Mid MarylandCandy Cane Dash 5K & 1K Benefitting Girls on the Run Mid MarylandCandy Cane Dash 5K & 1K Benefitting Girls on the Run Mid Maryland
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      • Volunteers Needed!

Candy Cane Dash 5K & 1K
Benefitting Girls on the Run Mid Maryland

Candy Cane Dash 5K & 1K Benefitting Girls on the Run Mid MarylandCandy Cane Dash 5K & 1K Benefitting Girls on the Run Mid MarylandCandy Cane Dash 5K & 1K Benefitting Girls on the Run Mid Maryland
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  • Menu
    • Event Info
    • Photos
    • Results
    • FAQ's
    • Our Sponsors
    • GOTR Website
    • Volunteers Needed!

Event Information

Giveaway

Location & Parking

Location & Parking

Fresh out the workshop and in 'mint' condition is this year's shirt design!


Unisex sizing and women's sizing available. Must register before October 31, 2023 to receive your preferred shirt size.


All runners will receive a shirt (pending availability), medal and candy cane!

Location & Parking

Location & Parking

Location & Parking

121 N. Bentz St. Frederick, MD - Near the Talley Rec Center


There are parking decks and on-street parking all around Baker Park. Leave plenty of time to walk from your car to get to the bandshell area on time!


Suggested Parking Garages: Church St. Garage, Court St. Garage, West Patrick St. Garage (all 6 min walking distance)
Note: parking in front of Bandshell/Talley Rec Center will be reserved for 5K staff, for all other’s towing at owner’s expense!

Course Maps

2023 5K Route

1K Course Route Coming Soon!

Download PDF

Schedule of Events

Wed. Nov. 29

Early Packet Pick Up #1 - Charm City Run

4pm

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7pm

925 West 7th Street Frederick, MD 21701

Event Details

Wed. Nov. 29

Early Packet Pick Up #1 - Charm City Run

Pick up your packet early and beat the line race morning! 

4pm

-

7pm

925 West 7th Street Frederick, MD 21701

Thu. Nov. 30

Early Packet Pick Up #2 - I Believe in Me Inc.

4pm

-

7pm

8420 Suite G Gas House Pike. Frederick, MD 21701

Event Details

Thu. Nov. 30

Early Packet Pick Up #2 - I Believe in Me Inc.

Pick up your packet early and beat the line race morning!

4pm

-

7pm

8420 Suite G Gas House Pike. Frederick, MD 21701

Race Day

Packet Pick Up/ Same Day Registration Opens

7:15 am

Drees Booth

Event Details

Race Day

Packet Pick Up/ Same Day Registration Opens

Be sure to arrive early to pick up your packet.

7:15 am

Drees Booth

Family Fun Area Opens

7:15 am

Bandshell

Event Details

Family Fun Area Opens

Enjoy local vendors, hot chocolate, photo booth, temporary tattoos etc.

7:15 am

Bandshell

1K Fun Run Starts

8:30 am

1K Fun Run Starts

8:30 am

More Events

Virtual 5K Information

What is a virtual 5K?

What’s included in my 5K packet?

What’s included in my 5K packet?

This is a 5K (3.1 miles) that you choose the time and place on that day to walk, run or roll a 5K!

What’s included in my 5K packet?

What’s included in my 5K packet?

What’s included in my 5K packet?

Your 5K registration includes a Candy Cane Dash bib, medal, shirt giveaway (must register before October 31 to be guaranteed your size/shirt) and candy cane treat!

How will I receive my 5K packet?

What’s included in my 5K packet?

How will I receive my 5K packet?

Your 5K packet will be shipped on or before Tuesday November 28, 2023.

How do I upload my results?

How do I upload my results?

How will I receive my 5K packet?

If you would like to upload your results, you may do so at runsignup.com/Race/Results

Be sure to click on the drop-down menu for the ‘Virtual 5K’ event

Creating a Route:

How do I upload my results?

Distance Tracking Apps:

The following websites are great for planning walking/running routes:

  1. www.plotaroute.com
  2. www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/
  3. www.gmap-pedometer.com

Distance Tracking Apps:

How do I upload my results?

Distance Tracking Apps:

Popular (and free!) distance-tracking apps include i.e. Strava, Adidas Running, MapMyRun, Nike+ Run Club) will still work very well! MapMyRun even allows you to map out your route in advance so you have a better idea of where you will be going.

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Candy Cane Dash 5K/1K

21 North Bentz Street, Frederick, Maryland 21701, United States

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