Annapolis Ten Mile Run

The Annapolis Ten Mile Run is a 10-mile foot race organized by the Annapolis Striders, Inc., a 1000 member, all volunteer, non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization, established in 1978, in Annapolis Maryland that promotes physical fitness and mental well-being through distance running. The race is conducted according to the road racing guidelines of the Road Runners Club of America.

The race has been listed as one of the top ten 10-mile races in the country by Runner’s World Magazine. It is a beautiful run through historic Annapolis and over the Severn River.

For 2024, the race has been selected as the RRCA Eastern Region 10 Mile Championship.

RACE INFORMATION Registration

Registration Fees
April 15, 2024 - April 30, 2024, $75
May 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024, $80
June 1, 2024 - July 15, 2024, $85
July 16, 2024 - August 11, 2024, $90
August 12, 2024 - August 18, 2024, $95
August 24, 2024 (Race Expo), $110

Field Limit
Race registration will close when 4000 registrants are reached. The race is expected to sell out, so register early! All participants must be at least 12 years old as of the date of the race to enter. If there are spots available, race registration will be permitted on August 24, 2024, at the race expo starting at 10 a.m. The registrant must register in-person and the fee is $110, credit card, cash, or check, subject to availability. There will be no electronic registration. First come, first served while they last! There is NO RACE DAY (August 25) REGISTRATION.

Transfers
TRANSFERRING OF BIBS, BIB SWAPPING, and BANDITS (non registered runners) are NOT permitted. Please do not run on someone else's bib. It causes timing and award issues, and we do not know who is on the course should a medical emergency arise. Those caught transferring bibs, bib swapping, or running as a bandit risk future disqualification from the Annapolis 10 Mile Run. If you cannot run, please take advantage of our deferral policy!

Deferrals
We will be offering deferrals to 2025 this year. The deferral fee will be $25.00. Registered runners for the 2024 Annapolis 10 Mile Run can defer their registration to the 2025 Annapolis 10 Mile Run using RunSignUp from July 28, 2024, to August 18, 2024. Instructions for A-10 registration deferral:
• Sign in to runsignup.com and go to your profile.
• Click "Manage Registration" next to the Annapolis 10 Mile Run under "Upcoming Events."
• Click "Defer” from the menu and follow the process.
• After completion of the process, you will receive an e-mail confirming that you are entered into the 2025 Annapolis 10 Mile Run.

Refunds
There are no refunds for any reason, and no deferrals will be permitted outside the time periods stated above. No exceptions.

Race Rules

In keeping with the A-10’s tradition of awarding a Finisher’s Premium, NO premiums will be distributed at the packet pickup/Expo or will be given to any registrants who do not finish the race. You must finish the race and be present to receive the premium. The premium will not be mailed. No exceptions!

NO headphones or earbuds. No wheels (roller blades, bikes, strollers, etc.). No dogs (or cats!). All participants must be at least 12 years old as of the date of the race to enter the race.

All decisions of the race directors are final.

Packet Pick-Up

Saturday, August 24, 10am - 3pm
Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
You must present a government issued photo ID to pick up your packet. You may designate a family member or friend to pick up your race bib on Saturday only if they have a letter of permission stating that they may pick up your bib and a copy of your government-issued photo ID.

Sunday, August 25, 5:30am-6:45am (Race Day)
Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
Bibs will ONLY be given to the registered runner on race day. You must have your photo ID or a copy of your ID to pick up your bib number. Plan to arrive before 6:15 a.m. Pick-up lines close promptly at 6:45 a.m.

Race Expo

Join us Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 10am-3pm at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the Race Expo! In addition to packet pick-up, the Expo will feature custom Annapolis Striders Merchandise (including past race premiums at deep discounts), and merchandise from National Running Center, local running stores, and other vendors, clothing sales, displays, and more.

Course

Course Map

The A-10 course starts and finishes at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Portions of the course may be open to limited vehicular traffic. Please follow all course marshal and police instructions. In the event of an emergency where emergency medical vehicles must cross the course, runners will be briefly stopped to facilitate that vehicle's passage. This is a hilly course run in the heat and humidity of a Chesapeake August. Temperatures can be 80 degrees at the start, with high humidity. Please be sure you are properly trained.

Race Conditions
This is a hilly course run in the heat and humidity of a Chesapeake August. Temperatures can be 80 degrees at the start with high humidity. Please be sure you are properly trained.

Time Limit
All participants must maintain at least a 15-minute per mile pace and complete the race by 9:30 am. Participants unable to make the 8-mile cut-off time (approximately 9:00 am) will be advised they are no longer official participants and will be required to move to the sidewalk and obey all pedestrian traffic rules. Those individuals who continue despite missing the cut-off time will cease to be official participants and will not receive an official finisher time's or finisher's premium. THE COURSE WILL OPEN TO VEHICULAR TRAFFIC AT 9:30 am.

Timing
The race will be electronically timed with a timing chip on the back of your bib. Do not bend or fold your bib number. The bib does not have to be returned. Timing bibs must be worn as directed to be officially scored, and bib numbers must be worn on the torso with the bib number visible.

Aid Stations
There are 7 aid stations along the course. Aid stations will provide water and Gatorade.
- Calvary UMC Church, Rowe Blvd (Mile 1.5)
- St. Anne’s Episcopal Church (Mile 2.0)
- Gate 8, Rt. 450 (Mile 3.5 and Mile 9)
- Ferry Farms, Elmwood and Greenbury Point Road (Mile 6)
- Mile 7 Water Stop
- Pendennis Mount, Rt. 450 (Mile 8)

Pacers
The 2024 Annapolis Ten Mile Run will be offering free pacing assistance from experienced runners for the following estimated finish times (hour and minute): 1:10, 1:20, 1:30, 1:40, 1:50, and 2:00! You do not need to register for pacing assistance. You will have an opportunity to meet the pacers on Saturday at packet pickup, and details from our Pace Captain will be provided as we get closer to the race, including meeting locations on race day.

Awards

The A-10 Awards Ceremony will be at approximately 9:30am at the band stage. AWARDS WILL NOT BE MAILED. If you have to leave early, please designate a person to receive your award for you. Times will be placed near the bandstand as quickly as possible, subject to verification. All finish times are preliminary until final verification. Award winners will receive custom pottery from Annapolis Pottery.

OVERALL: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place; Male, Female, & Nonbinary; based on gun time
MASTERS (Age 40-49): 1st, 2nd Place; Male & Female; based on gun time
GRAND MASTERS (Age 50 and up): 1st, 2nd Place; Male & Female; based on gun time
AGE GROUP AWARDS: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place; Male & Female; 19 and under, 20-24, etc., in 5 year increments at Race Directors' discretion; based on chip time
PAT O'BRIEN MEMORIAL AWARD: To the top finishing Anne Arundel County Female, in honor of Pat O’Brien, a stalwart of the Annapolis Striders, and a gritty competitor and warm-hearted person who passed away in 1992. Based on gun time.
CDR WILLIE McCOOL AWARD: To the top finishing U.S. Naval Academy Alum. In honor of Commander Willie McCool - USNA Alum, astronaut, and A10 veteran who died in the Columbia Space Shuttle accident. Based on gun time.
Lt. Col. BEN MOORE, USMC (ret) AWARD: To the top finishing Anne Arundel County Male. In honor of Ben Moore, long time Annapolis Strider, who passed away in 2008. Ben trained many Striders to run their first marathon, and was active in volunteering at the A10. Based on gun time.

Race Amenities

Premium
All registrants receive a 49th Annapolis 10 Mile Run hat when they pick up their bib at the expo. All finishers receive the finishers premium — a custom technical hoodie! You must complete the race to receive the finishers premium and they will not be distributed at the expo.

Bag Drop
There is no bag check. The parking area is immediately adjacent to the start/finish area. Please leave your non-running related belongings, including backpacks and bags, in your vehicle. No unattended backpacks or other bags permitted in the start/finish and expo areas! The City of Annapolis Police Department will confiscate any unattended backpack or bag. The City of Annapolis Police Department will also have drug and weapon sniffing canines; if a canine has positive smell on a backpack or bag, the race will be stopped while the bag is investigated. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE YOUR BACKPACK OR BAGS UNATTENDED. THIS APPLIES TO SPECTATORS AND RUNNERS. The Annapolis Striders support the effort of law enforcement to make this a safe event for everyone. Please do not leave your pet in your car while you race! Better yet please leave your pets at home.

Travel and Lodging

The Westin Annapolis (410-972-4300), Graduate Annapolis (410-263-7777), and the Hilton Garden Inn Annapolis Downtown (410-990-1100) are within walking distance of the start at the stadium. There are also many bed and breakfasts in the downtown and harbor area, which is about 1 ¼ mile from the start/finish.

Post Race

Featuring entertainment from local band; icy cold beer and non-alcoholic Athletic Brewing Co beverages; frozen fruit bars, bananas, and bagels; and sales of merchandise by National Running Center and other vendors.