Maryland · 5K · 1 Mile
The Mermaid Run
The Mermaid Run is a 5K and 1 Mile event held in Aberdeen, Maryland. It was last held on August 22, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Aberdeen, MD
Race details
- Last held
- August 22, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- Aberdeen, Maryland
- Distances
- 5K, 1 Mile
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 8:00 AM EDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified
About the The Mermaid Run
Registration is now open! The 2026 Mermaid Run is scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2026 at Festival Park in Aberdeen, MD 5K Race start is 8:00 am, followed by the Mermaid Mile start soon after The 5K Race will be professionally chip-timed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing and offers a marathon-quality 5k finisher's medal and event shirt for all participants. The course is USATF Certified - Fast and FLAT! Costumes are encouraged, and we will have music and prizes! Check out www.themermaidrun.com f…
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The Mermaid Run: common questions
- When is the The Mermaid Run?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the The Mermaid Run held?
- In Aberdeen, Maryland.
- What distances does the The Mermaid Run offer?
- 5K and 1 Mile.
- How do I register for the The Mermaid Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the The Mermaid Run?
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed.
- What time does the The Mermaid Run start?
- 8:00 AM EDT.
- What is the course like at the The Mermaid Run?
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified.
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