REYNOLDSTOWN 0.5K Race
What is the 0.5K Race?
Thank you to Laura Hinton for the 2024 T-shirt design!
Laura Hinton, a proud Reynoldstown resident, is a visual designer and digital illustrator who strives to create moments of joy and delight with quirky characters and colorful designs.
Get ready for the most fun you’ll have at a race! The RCIL 0.5K Race (yes, just .31 miles!) is a unique and spirited event held annually at the Wheelbarrow Festival. Whether you prefer to run, walk, or casually stroll through the charming streets of Reynoldstown, this event is all about community, fun, and fitness.
Participants will take on the short and sweet 0.5K (around 1642 steps!) and cross the finish line to earn the coolest t-shirt in town, along with other great goodies! This race is open to everyone—no matter your pace, it’s all about enjoying the experience.
Each year, we also feature a special Wheelbarrow Captain who kicks off the race and brings even more energy and excitement to the event.
Join us for a day filled with festival fun, and be a part of this unforgettable race!
Why We Have a 0.5K Captain (and Why It’s Such a Big Deal!)
At the RCIL 0.5K Wheelbarrow Festival, we like to do things a little differently—and what's more fun than a 0.5K race? A 0.5K Captain, of course!
In true whimsical fashion, the .5K Captain leads our short but mighty race, embodying the spirit of fun, creativity, and community that makes our event so special. The Captain is our honorary leader, setting the tone for a day of laughter, joy, and a dash of silliness as we "run" those 5 (okay, maybe 4) blocks in the heart of Reynoldstown!
Our very first 0.5K Captain was none other than **Tiny Doors ATL**, adding a tiny touch of magic to our inaugural race. It’s an honor to be named Captain, not just because of the cool title, but because our Captains represent everything RCIL stands for: creativity, community, and having a blast while doing good.
We’re proud to celebrate each year with a new 0.5K Captain who helps us showcase the best of Reynoldstown—and we’re honored to have them lead the way, wheelbarrow and all!