Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park 38th annual 5k

It’s a Wonderful Life 5K and Christmas in July Festival

Join us on July 25th, 2026 for our It’s a Wonderful Life 5K and Christmas in July Festival!

Run starts at 8 AM.

The run starts and ends in Downtown Indiana, PA.

Athletes registered online by June 25th, 2026 are guaranteed a race t-shirt. T-shirts are an additional $10 on top of registration. No shows forfeit t-shirts. Each athlete participating will receive a special gift for running in our event!

We know the cause for a 5k is important to our racers and we thank you for this! Profits from the race will support the Its a Wonderful Life Parade in Downtown Indiana!

We are looking forward to the 2026 Hoodlebug 5K Run & Fun Walk to be held Sunday, September 13, 2026. This is a race that has been held for years as part of the Homer City Business Association's Annual Fall Festival. The race starts at 4:30 PM on the bridge on Main Street near Floodway Park, but plan to come early to enjoy the Festival activities.

The Hoodlebug 5K is an out and back race held mostly on the nearby Hoodlebug Trail. Runners and walkers are welcome. Family pricing is available so bring the whole family.

New this year: Chip timing by Gingerbread Timing. Live results will be uploaded every 30 seconds during the race at RunSignUp.

Awards are available to the top three males and females, and to the top three males and females on five-year age groups starting at ages 12 and under through 70+ No separate walker awards.

Race day registration is from 3:00 to 4:15 at Floodway Park on the west end of Homer City, PA. Pre-registration is encouraged.

Race t-shirts are guaranteed to those who register by September 1st. Shirts available after that date and on race day only as supplies last.

The race is held rain or shine. No deferrals.

Join us for the IUP College of Health Sciences “Run for the Health of It” 5K Race, a fun and meaningful event to support the future of healthcare education! This community-driven race is designed to raise funds for scholarships, research, and innovative programs at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences.

Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just looking for a great way to give back, this race has something for everyone. The scenic 5K course winds through the beautiful campus, providing a perfect mix of fitness and community spirit. All ages and fitness levels are welcome!

Your participation will directly benefit students pursuing careers in health fields, from nursing and allied health to public health and exercise science. With your support, we can continue to empower the next generation of healthcare leaders. The race will begin at Zink Hall at 10 AM on September 27, 2026. Event T-shirts are guaranteed for all participants registered by Sept. 12, 2026.

Register now for the fourth annual Run for Your Life 5K presented by the Run With Heart Foundation!

This beautiful course, which is a quick out and back, starts at the Kittanning YMCA onto the scenic Armstrong Trails. If you enjoy a fast, flat course for racing or just want a leisurely walk for 3.1 miles, this race is for you! Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome to participate. Pets and strollers are also encouraged!

Register by 9/25/2026 (date subject to change) and you will receive a long-sleeved tech shirt! All shirts not claimed by the start of the race, become property of the race. Awards will follow after the last participant crosses the finish line. Event is timed by Miles of Smiles.

The proceeds from this race will go towards paying for bystander CPR training. Greg Woodman and Vicki Williams are both alive and well thanks to bystander CPR. Without this lifesaving technique, these two individuals would not be with us. Join us in honoring their wish to encourage the public in learning CPR.

*Race day registration starts at 9:00am