What race distances can I run in Bel Air?
Bel Air has 5K (17), 10K (9), Half Marathon (9). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Maryland · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Bel Air, Maryland
Upcoming running races in and near Bel Air, Maryland - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
20 upcoming races · 8 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Bel Air races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sun, Oct 25, 2026Bailey's Annual Heart & Sole 5K- Run/Walk Bel Air, MDFrom $50Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Onelife & CHEP: Salute to Service 5K Bel Air, MDFrom $40Details Sun, Nov 22, 2026Southampton 5 Miler Bel Air, MDFreeDetails Sat, Dec 5, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026Hot Chocolate Run Bel Air, MDFreeDetails Sat, Dec 12, 2026Jingle Hills Run Bel Air, MDFreeDetails Sun, Dec 13, 2026Holiday Hustle 5K and Jingle Jog Kids Run Bel Air, MDFrom $45Details Fri, Dec 18, 2026Holiday Lights Run Bel Air, MDFreeDetails Sun, Dec 27, 2026North by North 5k Bel Air, MDFreeDetails Thu, Dec 31, 2026New Year's Eve Gala Bel Air, MDFreeDetails Sat, Jan 2, 2027New Year 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (01) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (06) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (10) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027Bunny 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (14) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Thu, Apr 22, 2027Earth Day 5K Bel Air, MDFrom $20Details Sat, May 1, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (18) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (23) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Register Sat, Jul 3, 2027Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (27) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Jul 10, 2027Moonlight 5K and Twilight Kids Run Bel Air, MDFrom $40Details Sat, Aug 7, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (32) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Bel Air. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 25, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Bel Air
When is race season in Bel Air?
December is the busiest month for races in Bel Air, with 7 of the 20, followed by November with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Bel Air races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 8 races in Bel Air with published results, the typical median finish is around 40:18, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Bel Air?
Browse Bel Air run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.