Spring Hops - Spring Hops 5K XC
External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
The Spring Hops 5K is a cross country race held at the Red Shedman Brewery in Mt. Airy, Maryland The scenic and challenging course loops through the grounds of the grapevines of the winery and hop yards of the brewery. All finishers receive a technical long sleeve quarter-zip + one pour of a Red Shedman beverage. After the race, feel free to stay and picnic, use the dog run, or go tasting in the Shedman or Linganore tasting rooms. Red Shedman Farm Brewery is located at Linganore Winecellars- 13601 Glissans Mill Rd, Mt. Airy, MD 21771 For more details, check out the official race website: HCS Spring Hops 5K XC
Typical conditions
For events around April 2027 in Mount Airy, MD, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Mount Airy, MD, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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