Catch-A-Pig 5K & 1K Bacon Stroll
Sun, Aug 16, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Bel Air, MD
- Ma & Pa Heritage Trail William Street Trailhead, 21014
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Join a playful 5K chase against 'piglets' and 'wolves' while supporting The Boys & Girls Clubs. A truly quirky and cause-driven event.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
For a CauseGreat for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Experience a truly unique 5K where you become part of a playful chase. The Catch-A-Pig 5K invites you to outpace "piglets" who get a head start, aiming for a special prize drawing. But stay alert, as "big, bad wolves" will be hot on your heels. This engaging event also includes a 1K Bacon Stroll for walkers and welcomes your leashed canine companions. Beyond the fun, your participation directly supports the vital work of The Boys & Girls Clubs of Harford and Cecil Counties.
What to expect
- Engage in a unique 5K chase, trying to pass 'piglets' and avoid 'big, bad wolves'.
- Walkers can enjoy the 1K Bacon Stroll.
- Bring your leashed dog to join the fun for a small registration fee.
Standout details
- Unique "piglet" and "wolf" chase format
- Supports Boys & Girls Clubs
- Dog-friendly event
- Free pig t-shirt for young "piglets"
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Distances & registration
5 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1K
Sun, Aug 16, 8:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Aug 17, 2025, 9:00 PM EDT · Closes Aug 12, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 5K
Sun, Aug 16, 8:00 AM EDT · From $32.80
Opens Aug 17, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes May 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 5K
Sun, Aug 16, 8:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Aug 17, 2025, 9:00 PM EDT · Closes Aug 12, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
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- 5K
Sun, Aug 16, 8:00 AM EDT · From $11.60
Opens Aug 17, 2025, 9:00 PM EDT · Closes Aug 12, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 5K
Sun, Aug 16, 8:00 AM EDT · From $841.00
Opens Jul 1, 2026, 9:43 AM EDT · Closes Aug 16, 2026, 4:10 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
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The course
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From the organizer
Welcome to the 12th annual Catch-A-Pig (CAP) 5K – this is a great opportunity to have a unique race experience AND support The Boys & Girls Club of Harford County!
The race is an out-and-back along the MA & PA Trail. 1K Bacon Stroll walkers are invited to join in the fun!
The kicker: THIS IS A CHASE! We’ll have young runners dressed in pink pig shirts (a.k.a. "the piglets"). They will have a three minutes head start on the adult runners. Those who pass at least one of the piglets before crossing the finish line get their name into a special drawing for prizes. BUT LOOK OUT! There are also a few BIG, BAD WOLVES who will get a late (seven minute) jump on you. If they all pass you, you'll lose the opportunity for the special drawing
All proceeds after costs will go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Harford and Cecil Counties.
IF YOU ARE UNDER 13 AND WANT TO BE ONE OF OUR PIGLETS: We are accepting runners under the age of 13 to take off first. These young ones get a FREE pig t-shirt.
Bring your pup! Sign him/her up to join you (sign them up under the dog option). Dogs must be registered (just $10) and on a leash.
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