Baltimore Women's Classic 5K

Race Details and FAQs

Have a question? Check our FAQs below. If you can't find an answer, contact us with your questions.

What time does the race begin?
The race begins at 8 a.m. The Kids Fun Run begins at 9 a.m.

How do I get to the start of the race?
The race starts and ends at Rash Field located on Key Highway in Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

From the North: Take I-83 South to Lombard Street, west on Lombard. Turn left on Light Street and continue past the Inner Harbor. Turn left on Key Highway. Rash Field is on your left.

From the West and South: Take I-95 North from Baltimore Beltway 695. Take Key Highway exit 55. Turn left at the light, go under the overpass and turn left onto Key Highway. Travel 0.7 miles, Rash Field is on the right. TOP OF PAGE

Where should I park?
You are encouraged to park in public garages or use legal street parking. Be aware of street signs and private parking areas. Carpooling is encouraged to help manage the number of vehicles that need to park in this area. TOP OF PAGE

Will medical staff be available at the race in case of an emergency?
Yes, there will be police and medical staff. There will also be two waterstops along the race course, in case our runners need to stop for a drink.  TOP OF PAGE

Are jogging strollers allowed in the Baltimore Women's Classic?
YES, the BWC allows women with jogging strollers to participate in the Classic. We only ask that you line up at the back of the pack at the start line so that you do not impede the progress of other runners.

As the Baltimore Women's Classic is a chip-timed event, your location at the start will not impact you receiving your "true" race time. Your chip will register when your cross the start line and when you cross the finish, so that you will receive your correct race time in spite of your start location. TOP OF PAGE

Can children participate in the 5K or only the Kids Fun Run?
Children who are able to walk/run the 5K may participate—just sign them up accordingly, and a guardian over 18 must sign the waiver.  TOP OF PAGE

Are bikes, skates, pets and skateboards allowed?
No, these items are not permitted on the race course.  TOP OF PAGE

Is there anything going on after the race?
Yes! Our post-race Festival Village will feature free massages and many other exhibitors that cater to a variety of women's interests.  TOP OF PAGE

How can I collect donations for the race's cause?
You can create your own fund raising page for the Baltimore Women's Classic Inc. and collect online donations. You don't have to be a participant in the event to raise funds! Set up your own page, connect it to Facebook and Twitter, email everyone you know, and watch your dollars grow! You can also print out a PDF pledge form and either mail in your donations or bring the cash and checks to race day registration. Checks should be made payable to Baltimore Women's Classic. Prizes are awarded for particular amounts you raise, and an overall prize is given to the team that collects the most donations. If you are on a team, be sure to put your team name on your pledge form to get credit or join a team on the online fund raising page!  TOP OF PAGE

Will I get a confirmation after I register for the race?
No, we do not send registration confirmations, but if you sign up for our e-newsletter, you will receive up-to-date information, including race details. (You may sign up for our e-newsletter on the top left side of this page.)  TOP OF PAGE

What hotels are nearby?
Check out this local resource for hotels in the area.  TOP OF PAGE

Where do I get my timing chip?
Chips will be available for pick up at all packet pick-up locations and on race day beginning at 6:30 a.m.  TOP OF PAGE

Can walkers participate, or runners only?
Walkers are welcome! We ask that racers line up at the start line in order of pace; this would put walkers toward the back.  TOP OF PAGE

Can men participate in the race?
The Baltimore Women's Classic is a women-only race (the country's second oldest!) so men may not participate in the race. But we'd love to have them as volunteers.  TOP OF PAGE

What prizes will be awarded?

  • Cash prizes for the top three women overall, and to the top master and top grandmaster
  • Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in all age groups
  • Prizes for the largest team and the team that raised the most pledge dollars
  • Special recognition for all mother/daughter participants
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Have another question? Contact us.

Baltimore Women's Classic 5K | PO Box 751 | Cockeysville MD 21030