2026

ALERT - The trail option outside the mall is Closed due to construction and is expected to reopen later in 2026.

Too Cold, Too Hot, Too Wet, Come Walk indoors. Outdoor alternative available for good weather.

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Columbia Mall

Year Round Walk

SN: 130795 - 2026 / Y1663

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when is the event

From Thu, Jan 1st, 2026 to Dec 31st, 2026

Start times: Mall Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-8:00; Sat 10-8; Sun 12-6.

Hosted on the Online Start Box (OSB) only

where is the event

Columbia, Maryland

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

Anniversaries Hurrah

Par-For-The-Course

CC: Howard County

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Event comments

Too hot or too cold, you can walk within the Mall. There's also an option to walk in the neighborhood, that will reopen later in 2026.

conditions for the event

Rating: 1A, Distance: 5, 10, 20km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: No

Strollers: Easy

Wheelchairs: Easy

Event information

Trail is suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. No pets allowed. There are two 10KM trails. One is completely inside the Mall (trail Rating 1A); the other is completely outside (Trail Rated 2A), but is currently closed due to construction. You may walk either or both. Restrooms and water are available in the Mall but not on outdoor trail.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

how to get to the event

OSB - First register for the event

The detailed location of, and driving directions to, the event starting point are included in the event directions, downloaded from the Online Start Box (OSB). To plan your travels, please use the map on this page or the maps phrase below, if provided by the club. The POC does not provide event directions nor accept alternate payment methods.

Maps phrase and directions link

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Columbia Mall Columbia, Maryland

The above maps phrase is only provided for planning purposes. The downloaded event directions provide detailed directions to the starting point and possible alternate start point locations. THERE IS NO PHYSICAL START BOX AT THIS LOCATION.

event sponsor

Freestate Happy Wanderers (AVA-0190)

Event website: sites.google.com/svsvc.org/fhw/home

point of contact

Click inside the box to send an email to the POC.