Chesapeake City New Year's Day 5K
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Event details
The 17th Annual Chesapeake City New Years Day 5K takes place on January 1, 2026 in Chesapeake City, Maryland at Bohemia Avenue near Town Hall (108 Bohemia Ave). The event benefits Chesapeake City’s Recycling Program. Participants are asked to bring a nonperishable food item for the CCEA Food Pantry.
- 5K run/walk
- 5K competitive walking (must walk the entire race; no running or jogging)
Course, registration and policies
The course is described as fast and flat through town and is wheel measured. Registration offers a pre-registration rate of $25 (prices shown include mandatory fees); children 11 and under are charged $15 (discount applied at checkout). Race day registration is available for $30. Registrants who register by December 22 receive a commemorative medal. Post-race refreshments will be provided and overall and first-place winners receive a gift bag from Chesapeake City.
Awards include overall male and female winners (scored by gun time) and age-group awards scored by chip (net) time, plus awards for top walkers and the oldest male and female finisher. Event policies note no baby strollers in the run portion, no dogs due to liability, bibs are non-transferable, and there are no refunds. Parking is available under the bridge at 3rd Street. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.