4 events in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania

The Kiski Area Shamrock Run 5K Race is a community event for the whole family to enjoy in celebration of ST. PATRICK'S DAY. The race will take place on March 14, 2026, and is a benefit race/walk to support the Kiski Area Junior Varsity and Varsity Track and Field Teams. This is the 8th year for the event, and we are continuing to make it our annual green tradition!

The on-site 5K race is for the serious or casual runners or walkers of all ages. The 5K race will be digitally timed by Miles for Smiles. The race begins at 10 am. The 5K certified course is an out and back loop on a beautiful country road with slight elevations. Race starts and ends in Kunkle Park. To get an event t-shirt you must register by March 1st!

The Virtual 5K race is for everyone, anywhere! This event will be self timed, and no race awards given for virtual event.

Event T-shirts are guaranteed for all participants registered by March 1st. Day of registration and Packet Pick up will begin at 8am Saturday morning at Kunkle Park. Early packet pick up will be Thursday March 12th at Kiski Area Upper Elementary (4350 PA-66, Apollo, PA 15613) from 5-7 PM in the Cafeteria.

Description

The Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park 38th Annual 5K Run/Walk is a hometown tradition set in a charming small-town setting. Often described as a fast, slightly rolling course! Runners and walkers of all ages enjoy scenic streets, friendly faces, and the simple joy of a community coming together. This is a certified USATF original course through the town of Elderton which is located between Indiana and Kittanning on Rt 422. Splits at 1 & 2 Miles. Water stations on course as well as post race refreshments.

Timing: Smiles Timing Services. Results posted on smileymiles.com.

Race Date: Friday, May 15, 2026 - 7PM

Race Location: (Adjacent to Elderton State Bank) E.Saltwork/N.Lytle St., Elderton, Pa 15736

Day of Registration and Check-In: 5PM - Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park - Calhoun St, Elderton, Pa 15736

Entry Fee: $15 until May 14th, 2025, includes T-Shirt (while supplies last). $20 day of registration, T-Shirt not guaranteed.

Food Trucks: 4PM-9PM

Awards Ceremony following at Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park

Sponsored by the Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park

Trophy Awards:

Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female overall winners

Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female in each age group (RUN ONLY)

Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female Walkers

Oldest & Youngest Finishers

1st Elderton Volunteer Fire Department Finisher

Age Groups:

Male:

Female:

10 & Under

10 & Under

11-15

11-15

16-19

16-19

20-29

20-29

30-39

30-39

40-49

40-49

50-59

50-59

60-69

60-69

70 & Over

70 & Over