Black Nurses of Southern Maryland Health Fair and Walk/Run 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Fort Washington, Maryland
- Entry fee
- From Free
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 mile Walk/Run Health Fair and Screening | Other | Oct 3, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| 5K Walk/Run Health Fair and Screening | 5K | Oct 3, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| Health Fair and Screening Only | – | Oct 3, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Free until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Maryland runs 36:13, about 11:39 a mile, based on 249 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:11 and men in 32:24.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:04 AM, and the 1.5 mile Walk/Run Health Fair and Screening starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 200 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1771 Tucker Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744
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 results5K Walk/Run Health Fair and Screening
1.5 mile Walk/Run Health Fair and Screening
Aggregated from official results for Black Nurses of Southern Maryland Health Fair and Walk/Run. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Black Nurses of Southern Maryland Health Fair and Walk/Run?
At the 2025 5K Walk/Run Health Fair and Screening, the fastest tenth finished in 28:59 or better, the top quarter in 39:51, and half the field in 46:31; the last tenth came in after 54:43.
At the 2025 1.5 mile Walk/Run Health Fair and Screening, the fastest tenth finished in 29:17 or better, the top quarter in 39:56, and half the field in 44:56; the last tenth came in after 57:47.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 33:08 | n/a |
| 30-39 | 30:26 | n/a |
| 50-59 | 37:23 | n/a |
| 60-69 | 40:51 | n/a |
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.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Maryland 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 39:51, against 29:50 in a typical Maryland 5K, so times here run 34 percent slower.
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 3 the day usually runs from 57°F at dawn to 72°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 23% of days. Cold snaps dip to 48°F and hot years reach 81°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.
Race details
- Where
- 1771 Tucker Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 200 feet
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026), 2025 (Oct 4, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Black Nurses of Southern Maryland Health Fair and Walk/Run?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- 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, Other.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 85 runners finished the 5K Walk/Run Health Fair and Screening; the median finish was 46:31 and the winner ran 20:34.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 39:51, against 29:50 in a typical Maryland 5K, so times here run 34 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- 1771 Tucker Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744.
From the organizers
The Black Nurses of Southern Maryland, Incorporated (BNSMD) is dedicated to advancing the quality of nursing care and promoting health equity for Black communities. Through advocacy, education, and equitable access to health resources, we empower diverse populations and work to reduce health disparities in minority communities. We are also committed to supporting nurses in their professional development and career advancement by providing education, mentorship, and growth opportunities.
Join Us for the 5th Annual BNSMD Health Fair & Walk/Run! Nice walk or run in the park with access to health information and fun.
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 Hosted by the Black Nurses Association of Southern Maryland (BNSMD)
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