- Opening: February 2, 2023
- Closing: May 19, 2023
- Late Closing: May 20, 2023
Loch Moy Farm presents the Grand National People Chase 5K Run/Walk benefiting the Maryland International Equestrian Foundation.
Kick off Preakness Weekend & Run with Us!
Course
The rolling, challenging 5K course will take you through the picturesque Loch Moy Farm used for over 40 equestrian competitions each year. Runners will be led out by a rider on horseback over grass before heading into wooded trails* along the Monocacy River. After emerging from the woods, runners will run along a grass field while enjoying views of Sugarloaf Mountain and riders taking their horses over cross-country jumps. The course continues crossing a short stretch (ten feet) on a gravel and paved driveway before heading on a wooded trail back to the grassy finish area. This course is spike friendly.
*Please note that some sections of the wooded trails will be single track.
Note: Strollers and wheeled devices are not allowed. Well-behaved, leashed dogs will be allowed on the course. Please be aware that your dog may encounter horses
1K Fun Run and Stick Horse Race
Held entirely on grass and not timed. The Stick Horse Race (we provide the equine!) is open to kids 9 and under, free of charge.
Amenities
- Refreshments
- T-Shirt*
- Medal for finishers
* T-shirts are guaranteed for all participants registered before May 1, they are not guaranteed for participants who register after May 1, but will be provided, if available, on race day.
Schedule
Late registration will be accepted on race day.
7:30 amKids age 9 and under.
10:30 am5K Awards
- Top 3 overall male and female finishers in the 5K
- Top 3 male and female age group finishers in 5-year increments from 14 and under through 75 and over.
Entry Fees
5K
1K Fun Run
Kids age 9 and under
FREEVolunteers
If you would like to volunteer, visit the eventingvolunteers.com to sign up!
Donations
If you can’t participate but want to show your support, you can make a donation to the Maryland International Equestrian Foundation.
Sponsors
Interested in sponsorship opportunities for the Grand National People Chase 5K and other Maryland Horse Trials events?