Parking and travel
Parking Permit
Please print out the parking permit and put on the dashboard of your car in the parking lot.
2026 Hua Sports 5K, Half Marathon and Marathon 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Start time
- 7:15 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Point Of Rocks, Maryland
- Entry fee
- From $40
- Included with entry
- Includes a finisher medal
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Register on RunSignup
Registration is open.
We earn a small commission when you register through this link, at no cost to you. Details
Official race websiteAdd to calendar: Apple or Outlook · Google
Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUA Sports Marathon | Marathon | Oct 4, 20267:15 AM | $90 | 50 |
| HUA Sports Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 4, 20267:30 AM | $65 | 100 |
| HUA Sports 5K | 5K | Oct 4, 20267:45 AM | $40 | 40 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- HUA Sports Marathon: $90 until Oct 1.
- HUA Sports Half Marathon: $65 until Oct 1.
- HUA Sports 5K: $40 until Oct 1.
Online registration closes Oct 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $90, entry is about 18 percent below a typical marathon in Maryland, which costs $110 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a marathon in Maryland runs 4:23:22, about 10:03 a mile, based on 8 races with published results. Women typically finish in 4:42:52 and men in 4:10:02.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:07 AM, and the HUA Sports Marathon starts at 7:15 AM. The start sits about 290 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
3701 Canal Road, Point Of Rocks, MD 21777
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (2 years)HUA Sports Half Marathon
80
finishers
2:00:37
median (9:12 /mi)
1:22:55
winning time
41% / 59%
women / men
HUA Sports Marathon
36
finishers
4:12:32
median (9:38 /mi)
3:19:11
winning time
26% / 74%
women / men
HUA Sports 5K
30
finishers
32:12
median (10:22 /mi)
20:09
winning time
47% / 53%
women / men
Aggregated from official results (Blue Cheetah Sports Timing, LLC) for 2026 Hua Sports 5K, Half Marathon and Marathon. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at 2026 Hua Sports 5K, Half Marathon and Marathon?
At the 2025 HUA Sports Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:36:36 or better, the top quarter in 1:48:38, and half the field in 2:00:37; the last tenth came in after 2:31:31.
At the 2025 HUA Sports Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 3:23:34 or better, the top quarter in 3:50:36, and half the field in 4:12:32; the last tenth came in after 5:34:24.
At the 2025 HUA Sports 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 25:22 or better, the top quarter in 29:36, and half the field in 32:12; the last tenth came in after 50:34.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 1:59:22 | n/a |
| 30-39 | 2:09:39 | 1:56:42 |
| 40-49 | 1:52:50 | 1:33:39 |
| 50-59 | 2:20:14 | 1:44:24 |
| 60-69 | n/a | 2:15:53 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Up 100 percent since 2024.
73
2024
146
2025
All events combined, from official results.
2026 Hua Sports 5K, Half Marathon and Marathon Half Marathon year by year
From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 73 to 80 finishers, and the median time rose from 1:57:41 to 2:00:37.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 80 (+10%) | 2:00:37 | under 1:36:36 | 1:22:55 |
| 2024 | 73 | 1:57:41 | under 1:36:59 | 1:24:48 |
From each year's official results for the Half Marathon; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Faster than most Maryland half marathons
The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:48:38, against 1:55:46 in a typical Maryland half marathon, so times here run 6 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 4 the day usually runs from 54°F at dawn to 71°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 45°F and hot years reach 80°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of 2026 Hua Sports 5K, Half Marathon and Marathon cover on their registration page, in brief.
Parking and travel
Parking, Checking In, Start/Finish Lines, After Event Food Station, Restrooms, e
Race details
- Where
- 3701 Canal Road, Point Of Rocks, MD 21777Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 290 feet
- Included with entry
- Finisher Medal
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Half Marathon, Marathon
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 4, 2026), 2025 (Oct 5, 2025), 2024 (Oct 12, 2024)
Organize this race? Add details or a correction
Plan your race
Quick answers
- When is 2026 Hua Sports 5K, Half Marathon and Marathon?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 7:15 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Maryland?
- At $90, entry is about 18 percent below a typical marathon in Maryland, which costs $110 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a finisher medal, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Half Marathon, Marathon.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 80 runners finished the HUA Sports Half Marathon; the median finish was 2:00:37 and the winner ran 1:22:55.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:48:38, against 1:55:46 in a typical Maryland half marathon, so times here run 6 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- 3701 Canal Road, Point Of Rocks, MD 21777.
From the organizers
REGISTRATION LINK
Join us for a 5K, half marathon, or marathon along the scenic C&O Canal Towpath, starting and finishing in Point of Rocks, MD. This out-and-back course follows the Potomac River on a wide, semi-paved gravel path—flat, shaded by trees, and perfect for setting a personal record. It is a USATF-sanctioned event on USATF-certified courses and can be used for qualifying for the Boston Marathon.
Organized by the Chinese running community in the greater Washington, D.C. area, this is one of the most friendly and best-supported races around. Enjoy delicious food and drinks after the run, along with T-shirts and medals for all finishers. Cash prizes will be awarded to top finishers—and lucky runners too!