Fulton County Library Easter 5K

Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K

July 19, 2025 in Shippensburg, PA 17257

We are happy to announce that this event is part of our new Half Marathon Series. More information is available by clicking on the link below:

https://events.elitefeats.com/half

For any event questions, please email [email protected]. Thank you!

• Run through the beautiful countryside in Pennsylvania!

• Run on a fast, flat trail through the lush, scenic countryside.

• Walkers and families are welcome.

• There will be food and drink post-race.

• 4 hour time limit for all events.

EARLY START INFO

Here is the information going forward for all races regarding early starts:

• No early starts for 5K/10K

• A single early start time 1 hour before the actual start time for Half (& Full if applicable)

• No awards for any early starts

Also, anyone doing the early start should be trying to run a 15min mile or slower for the half or full. If they end up doing faster than 2:15 for the half they may not get a time.

• All first time half marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half or full marathon finish. The athletes will also receive their finisher’s medal. Go to registration after you finish and let them know you ran your first half.

• We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration option that has their own awards categories: overall and age groups.

SWAG

Elite Feats is known for high-end, well-designed SWAG at our events. Entry fees will include:

• Beautiful Medal and Lanyard

• T-shirt

• Running ankle socks

2024 Medal

I Run for Fun socks

Thank you for your Service!

All of our events feature a 10% discount on race entry for all service members and their family. Military discount link.

Contact [email protected] with any questions. We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our races. For additional information and race updates please check our website: https://elitefeats.com. Thank you for participating in Elite Feats Event!

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What: 5th Annual Lock 2 Lock Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K

When: Saturday, September 12, 2026

Where: Entirely along the C&O Canal Towpath in Williamsport, Maryland

All three races take place on the C&O Canal towpath. The start/finish area will be Lock 44 (DO NOT USE FOR PARKING).

This is a BQ certified course! 2026 times can be used for 2027.

The course certification number is MD22006NP.

2027 BQ Standards

Marathon – race details

https://www.strava.com/routes/3038509126320956732 Course Map

The race will start at 7:30 a.m. on September 12, 2026. Cutoff time is 3:00 p.m. (allowing for a pace of 17 minutes and 11 seconds per mile. Runners will start near Lock 44 and travel in a generally southeasterly direction for 6.56 miles to Lock 43 (exact point to be specified, marked and staffed by event volunteers), then turn around and travel back to Lock 44. Course elevation is no more than 40 feet for the entire distance. Runners will complete this out-and-back loop twice. Aid stations will be at miles 2, 4, 6.56, 9.12, 11.12, 13.12, 15.12, 17.12, 19.68, 22.24, 24.24 and finish line. AS will be stocked with water, Gatorade Endurance, pickle juice, potato chips, and other TBD snacks. There will also be a tarp at the start/finish line where you can leave gu's, bottles, or other race day needs.

Half Marathon details

https://www.strava.com/routes/3038509126320956732 Course Map

The race will start at 8:00 a.m. on Sept. 12, 2026. Cutoff time is 1:00 p.m. Runners will start near Lock 44 and travel in a generally southeasterly direction for 6.56 miles to about Lock 43, then turn around and run back to Lock 44. They will complete this out-and-back loop one time. Course elevation is no more than 20 feet for the entire distance.Aid stations will be at miles 2, 4, 6.56, 9.12, 11.12, and finish line. AS will be stocked with water, Gatorade Endurance, pickle juice, potato chips, and other TBD snacks.

10K details

https://www.strava.com/routes/3038508438366518588 Course Map

The race will start at 8:15 a.m. on Sept. 12, 2026. Cutoff time is 11:15 a.m. Runners will start near Lock 44, run 3.1 miles on the towpath towards Washington D.C., turn around and run 3.1 miles back to Lock 44. Course elevation is no more than 10 feet for the entire distance. Aid stations will be at miles 2, 4, and the finish line. AS will be stocked with water, Gatorade Endurance, pickle juice, potato chips, and other TBD snacks.

Come join us for the Cinnamon Bun Fun Run and 5K in Smithsburg, MD. The race will start from Veterans Park and end at Hadley Farms Bakery.

Registration and packet pick-up will be located at the Pavilion located in Veteran's Park at 68 W, Water Street, Smithsburg, MD 21783 beginning at 9 am. There is plenty of parking available at this location.

All proceeds are donated to the Smithsburg Police Department’s SHOP-With-A-COP.