Posted: 02/14/2024

Upcoming Races in Lancaster County, PA

Find where your next running race will take place.

Whether you're looking for a race, striving to improve your personal best time, or simply enjoying the endorphin rush that comes with a good run? You'll find it all in Lancaster County

Bird-in-Hand Half Marathon

September 7th, 2024
Old-world practices. Lush countryside. Hard-working people. All these things and more make BIH Half a special experience. But some things can’t be described – like the sense of community that follows well after you cross the finish line.

Hands-on House 5K, 10K & Half Marathon

September 28th, 2024
Three distances to suit runners and walkers take you through the scenic countryside of Lancaster County, PA. The half marathon course is an out-and-back through the beautiful countryside in Lancaster country and takes participants through a historic covered bridge twice. The 5k course travels through a residential area and the 10K runner does that loop twice.

Red Rose Run

June 1st, 2024
The Red Rose Run returns to Lancaster on June 1, 2024! Now in its 48th year, this 5-mile race through Lancaster City and County Park, brings over a thousand runners to Lancaster City. The Red Rose Run also includes a kids fun run and wheelchair race.

Garden Spot Village Half Marathon & 10K

March 23rd, 2024
The Garden Spot Village 1/2 Marathon and 10K is a race unlike any other! Taking place in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, the Garden Spot Village 1/2 Marathon and 10K offer runners an opportunity to run through the beautiful Amish farmlands of Pennsylvania, beginning at ending at our community in New Holland.

Shamrock Shuffle 5K & Fun Run

March 9th, 2024
Join Spooky Nook Fitness on Saturday, March 9th for the Shamrock Shuffle 5K + Fun Run! The race will take place on the Lancaster Junction Trail and is an out-and-back run.

Conestoga Crusher 10k, 5k & Kids Race

May 18th, 2024
Starting and Finishing at Kelly's Run Nature Preserve in Holtwood, PA you will experience 1,256 feet of vert!!! Rejoice in the awe and wonder of Kellys Run, stare in wonder at the remarkable view of the mighty Susquehanna below from atop the Magnificent Pinnacle Overlook!!!! Enjoy splashing in the creek crossings, steep climbs and oh so sweet downhills.

Strasburg Half Marathon & 5k

October 5th, 2024
In the heart of Amish Country where the whistle of steam engines echo in the distance you'll run the rolling hills through some of the best farmland in the area. Most of which are preserved by the work done at the Lancaster Farmland Trust. Run by the film favorite "Witness" Farm and through one of the oldest covered bridges in Lancaster County. All proceeds benefit the Lancaster Farmland Trust.

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