Best Spring 2015 Races In Baltimore
Power Plant Live!
34 Market Place
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 735-7677
support.alscenter.org
Date: May 2, 2015
A race with a Mexican party theme, the Fiesta 5K is held annually the Packard Center. You can come for the exercise, for the party and for the prizes. Awards will be presented to the top female and male runners in each age group: 15 and under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+. Awards will also be given to the top individual fundraiser, the top team fundraiser and the team with the most participants. All the proceeds from the race go to benefit funding for ALS so the fun is guilt-free. As you're running, you're also doing something to benefit the world.
11201 Garrison Forest Road
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(443) 738-9200
www.explorenature.org
Date: May 2, 2015
The Irvine Nature Center is located in the beautiful Caves Valley region of Baltimore County and provides environmental education and other services to both adults and children. In May, it holds its Treehugger 5K, a brisk run that uses the extensive nature trails in the beautifully wooded area owned by Irvine. The event is part of Irvine's goal of promoting healthy lifestyles, informing the world about nature and building a healthier environment. In addition to an enjoyable run and the unbeatable scenery, participants receive a snazzy t-shirt for participating.
Camden Yards
333 W. Camden St.
Baltimore, MD 21230
(855) 662-6567
www.thecolorrun.com/baltimore
Date: May 23, 2015
The Color Run is a 5K that has taken the world by storm. Held on nearly every continent on earth, the Color Run boasts that it is "The Happiest 5K on the Planet!" The concept is simple enough: runners come dressed in all white. Each kilometer, participants run through a gate where they are doused with paint of all different colors. When they finish, each runner is a head-to-toe rainbow of colors, like a living Jackson Pollock piece. The Color Run is undoubtedly one of the most famous and popular runs that has become an annual event in Baltimore, and is more anticipated with each coming year. If you are a Color Run alum, come back for more fun. If you're new to the race, come see how fun it can be.
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American Visionary Art Museum
800 Key Highway
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 244-1900
www.kineticbaltimore.com
Date: May 2, 2015
The American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore is one of the most unusual and quirky art museums in Baltimore, and that's saying a lot. On May 2nd, 2015, it will hold its annual Kinetic Sculpture Race. What is a Kinetic Sculpture, you ask? It is a human-powered, amphibious work of art. Participants hand-craft their sculpture, which must be both creative and functional. After designing their entry, participants will ride it for the eight-hour race, which covers pavement, mud, sand and the waters of the Chesapeake. If you choose to participate, you will have the opportunity to unleash your inner artist and engineer, as you showcase your handiwork on the 14-mile trek. If you choose to watch the race, you will be treated to a veritable parade of colorful and artistic vehicles designed to traverse both land and water - and look good doing it!
233 North Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21225
(410) 308-1870
www.charmcityrun.com
Date: March 15, 2015
St. Patrick's Day is very festive in Baltimore, and it is made even more festive by this exciting and challenging race. Hosted by Charm City Run and Kelly & Associates Insurance Group, the Shamrock 5K is a race that pays. It awards the top three men and women in the open division with $150, $125 and $100. In addition, a $100 prize will be awarded to the first man and the first woman in the masters division (40 and over). As is fitting for a St. Patty's Day event, there is a hefty after-party which includes live music, hosted by Power Plant Live, and free beer and refreshments. Do something healthy (and potentially profitable) before you enjoy a free St. Patty's party!
