Lace up those frosty feet and get moving with these fun, local racing opportunities! Whether you’re ready to tackle your first family 5K, enjoy a leisurely winter walk, or cheer each other on toward the finish line, these events are a great way to get outside, stay active, and make special family memories. Even better, many of these races support wonderful local causes and organizations, so you can get your hearts pumping while giving back to your community. Grab your hats, mittens, and running shoes—it’s time to run, walk, and cheer your way through the season!
C. W. HELLER MEMORIAL MARKET STREET RACES
Date: November 21
Time: 8:30am
Location: Berwick Elks
117 W Second St., Berwick
Oldest youth road race in the nation!
*Register by November 20- no race day registrations!
THARPTOWN CHRISTMAS DISPLAY’S 2ND ANNUAL RUN RUN RUDOLPH 5K
Date: November 21
Time: 9am
Location: 713 Center St., Coal Township
This isn’t just any Christmas run it’s a holiday adventure inspired by A Christmas Story!
Along the 5K route, you’ll pass through themed spots inspired by the beloved classic. From Ralphie’s dream of a Red Ryder BB gun to the unforgettable triple-dog-dare moment, you’ll feel like you stepped right into the Parker family’s Christmas.
And of course we want to see YOU in your best festive A Christmas Story attire!
MIFFLINBURG TURKEY TROT
Date: November 26
Time: 9am
Location: 131 North 5th Street, Mifflinburg
Includes standard 5K and/or Kids Fun Run- A great way to start your Thanksgiving holiday – race a 5k, support a great cause, and then head off for a feast!
BERWICK RUN FOR THE DIAMONDS
Date: November 26
Time: 10am
Location: Berwick, PA
Fifth oldest road race in America! The Run For The Diamonds is an annual Thanksgiving Day 9-mile road race. The race started in 1908 and has only been cancelled two years, 1918 & 1919.
10TH ANNUAL PIE DAY 5K
Date: November 26
Time: 9am
Location: Williamsport Chamber of Commerce
102 West 4th St., Williamsport
Be You Boldly and race founder Cecilia Fink (now a Pitt grad student), is still involved with the event. A portion of the race proceeds will be donated out by Cecilia to local charities of her selection; K’s for Cancer, created in memory of Justin Flannery Hilton providing direct and immediate support to cancer patients and their families here in Lycoming County and RVR YMCA Livestrong Program benefitting their cancer survivors.
5TH ANNUAL FA LA LA 5K
Date: November 28
Time: 9am
Location: 620 West 3rd Street
(Bloomsburg Fair Main Office)
The course is a fast and flat closed course on the fairgrounds. This is a festive event for all ages and abilities. Participants are encouraged to dress in festive attire, but it is not required. There will be a special award for the most festive participant, as well as a fun and festive swag bag!
FOR THE CAUSE TEEN CENTER ALUMNI ASSOCIATION- TINSEL TROT
Date: November 29
Time: 11am
Location: Berwick Elks
117 W Second St., Berwick
Come join us at the Berwick Elks Club on Thanksgiving weekend for a Fun Run benefiting the For The Cause Teen Centers! Dress up in your nicest (or naughtiest!) holiday attire and run around (a hopefully wintery) Berwick with us before we meet back at the Elks to warm up with our favorite beverages and community.
RUN FOR THE COOKIES 10K
Date: February 27, 2027
Time: 10:30am
Location: Berwick Elks
117 W Second St., Berwick
A cookie to every finisher! Entrants must show race number to receive the cookie. Hot soup, hot dogs and hot coffee served to all entrants after the race!
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