The Peake Run- Our Big Ducking Run to Celebrate the 60 Years of the Maryland Seafood Festival

Schedule

Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am

UTC-04:00
Location

Sandy Point State Park | Annapolis, MD

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We are kicking off the Maryland Seafood Festival in a BIG way.
Introducing The Peake Run: The Big Ducking 10K to Celebrate 60 Years since the MD Seafood Festival started back in 1966.
Join us Sunday morning for a one-of-a-kind race experience at Sandy Point State Park overlooking the Chesapeake Bay.
The coolest part- your finish line will be on the sands of the Sandy Point State Park with the World's Largest Duck, aka Mama Duck, who stands 60 feet tall and 70 feet long with our iconic Bay Bridge behind her.

Choose your distance:
10K (6.2 miles): Our featured race for 60 years
5K (3.1 miles): Fast, scenic, and perfect for all levels
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk: Family-friendly and open to all
Course:
The course starts and ends at East Beach where you'll get to enjoy views of the iconic Chesapeake Bay Bridge. The down and out course goes along the brand new and recently completed Broadneck Peninsula Trail.
**All races take place before the festival opens, giving you the perfect transition from finish line to Maryland seafood, drinks, and live music.
What Is Included:
Finisher medal
Official event shirt
Same-day admission to the Maryland Seafood Festival
Access to post-race food, drinks, and entertainment
Parking
Parking is managed by the State of Maryland at Sandy Point State Park.
$20 per vehicle (available as an add-on during registration)
Spectators
Friends and family are encouraged to come out and cheer!
Please note: Spectators must purchase a Maryland Seafood Festival ticket for entry. Entry is only discounted to only $5 where normal entry fees for the Maryland Seafood Festival is $15 to $20 for regular attendees.

Post-Race Activities
After you cross the finish line, stick around and enjoy the Maryland Seafood Festival, featuring:
Local seafood vendors
Live music
Craft beverages
Waterfront views of the Chesapeake Bay
Packet Pick-Up
Bib, shirt, and race materials will be distributed during the week of the race. Packet pick up the morning will not be offered.
Please arrive early to allow time for check-in and staging!
Giving Back
A portion of the proceeds will benefit local non-profits dedicated to protecting the Chesapeake Bay and preserving our way of life on the water.

Swag and Giveaways
All participants will receive a finisher medal and event shirt.
Additional giveaways and partner activations will be announced.

What to Bring
Water, running gear, and anything you need for race day.
We recommend arriving ready to run and prepared for waterfront conditions.

Important Notes
Course distances and start times may adjust slightly based on logistics
This event is expected to sell out and once capacity is reached, registration will close.
This race is rain or shine!
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Where is it happening?

Sandy Point State Park, 1235 S Beach Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409, United States

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