18 running, walking, and fun run events in Butler Township, Pennsylvania

This race has been postponed. Registered runners will be emailed with additional information.

Race Information

The race starts at 8:30 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Upon entering the park, look for Pavilion 4 on the left side of the parking lot.

5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6079040203

The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)

The 5K does the out-and-back two times.

The 10K does the out-and-back four times.

Half Marathon Course (1.09M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6003657613

The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).

The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop

https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

• Check-in begins at 9:00 AM and the race starts at 10:00 AM.

• The event is fully accessible and pet-friendly, but all pets must remain leashed at all times.

• This is a certified 5K with professional timing. All results will be posted immediately after the race.

• To guarantee your Cupid's Chase shirt, please register by January 1, 2026; after that date, shirts will be available while supplies last.

• Giveaways include a Cupid's Chase finisher medal and drawstring bag, available while supplies last.

• Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.

• Age group medals will be awarded to the overall male and female finishers in each of the following 14 age groups: 12 & under, 13–15, 16–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69 and 70 & over.

• This is a rain or shine event. All registration fees are non-refundable.

Race Information

The race starts at 8:30 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Upon entering the park, look for Pavilion 4 on the left side of the parking lot.

5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6079040203

The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)

The 5K does the out-and-back two times.

The 10K does the out-and-back four times.

Half Marathon Course (1.09M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6003657613

The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).

The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop

https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

RACE DAY ACTIVITIES

Easter Egg Dash

The Easter Egg Dash is a 5K race (3.1 miles) that loops around the Butler Senior and Intermediate High School Campus. Medals will be given to the top 3 male and female overall runners in each age bracket: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-39, 40-59, and 60 and over. The overall top Male and Female runners will be awarded a plaque. The race will begin approximately at 10:00 AM. The award ceremony for the Easter Egg Dash (5K) will be held at the conclusion of the 5K race on the Stadium Field.

Note: Walkers are permitted to participate in the 5K event, but they must finish within the 60-minute timeframe.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW - 5K Race Route Map

CLICK HERE TO VIEW - IMAGES of our 5K Course

Bunny Hop

The Bunny Hop is a 1-Mile course (recommended for fun) that is a single loop on the Senior High School Campus. This course is designed for runners and walkers. The Bunny Hop will begin approximately at 11:00 AM.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW - 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Route Map

CLICK HERE TO VIEW Images of our 1-Mile Course

The start and finish for both races will be located on the track in the Art Bernard Stadium. The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will start at the conclusion of the 5K at approximately 11:00 am.

NO STROLLERS WILL BE PERMITTED ON THE STADIUM TRACKS AT BOTH THE IHS AND SHS.

Easter Egg Hunt

The Easter Egg Hunt for the kids, ages 10 and under, will occur after the Bunny Hop Fun Run/Walk. The Easter Egg Hunt will be located at the the Art Bernardi Stadium on the Senior High School Campus. There will be 5 separate egg hunts (2 years and under, 3-4 year olds, 5-6 year olds, 7-8 year olds, and 9-10 year olds). Kids will be able to search for eggs. Some eggs will contain candy while others will be awards for surprise grand prizes, so come ready for some fun! The Easter Egg Hunts will begin at approximately 12:00 PM.

PRIZES & PERKS

• 5K and 1-Mile Participants (ages 11 and older) that register before March 6th, 2026, will be guaranteed a race shirt; for late and race day registrants, race shirts may be available, but only while supplies last. (Please see details & information about our 10 & Under giveaway option located in our Event Info Section and Frequently Asked Questions Section)

• Fun family-friendly activities

• Free refreshments and snacks for all participants in the 5K and 1-Mile Race

• Awards Ceremony for Easter Egg Dash Participants

• Multiple grand prizes in the Easter Egg Hunt

• Additional prizes to give out to some lucky runners/walkers in their race bags

• Multiple Raffle Basket Prizes

• Free pictures with the Easter Bunny

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Online Registration

Online registration will be accepted up until 4:00 PM on March 27th.

Race Day Registration WILL BE AVAILABLE

RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE CASH ONLY, EXACT CHANGE IS APPRECIATED

Race Day Registration will be available on April 12th at the Art Bernardi Stadium at the Butler Senior High School. The Easter Egg Dash (5K) race day registration will be open from 8:45 am – 9:45 am. The Bunny Hop (1 Mile Fun Run/Walk) will be open from 8:45 am – 10:45 am. The Best Buddies Easter Egg Hunt registration will be open from 8:45 am – 11:50 am.

PRE-REGISTRATION CHECK-IN AND PACKET PICK-UP

Pre-Registration Check-In and Packet Pick-up will only be provided on race day from 8:45 am until 10:50 am at the Art Bernardi Stadium (next to the Butler Senior High School).

TIMING

Electronic chip timing will be provided by “Miles of Smiles” timing services. Results will be posted on Miles of Smiles Timing Services Homepage and under the results tab found on our site.

PARKING

The Intermediate High School parking lot and the lower Senior High School parking lot will be available for parking. There will be no parking on Campus Lane, as this is part of the course.

ABOUT THIS EVENT

This event is being held by the Butler Senior High School's Best Buddies chapter. Best Buddies is an international organization that promotes inclusion among people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. Best Buddies pairs students in one-to-one friendships and creates opportunities for students to interact and include one another in a variety of activities throughout the year. The Best Buddies organization creates multiple learning opportunities and provides job placement programs for our students. By participating in these events, you are helping to fund the Best Buddies program at the Butler Senior High School. Our chapter currently has 150 members and 33 pairs of students in one-to-one friendships. We hope to see our chapter continue to grow and to make our school more inclusive.

Race Information

The race starts at 8:30 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Upon entering the park, look for Pavilion 4 on the left side of the parking lot.

5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6079040203

The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)

The 5K does the out-and-back two times.

The 10K does the out-and-back four times.

Half Marathon Course (1.09M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6003657613

The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).

The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop

https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

Race Information

The race starts at 8:30 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Upon entering the park, look for Pavilion 4 on the left side of the parking lot.

5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6079040203

The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)

The 5K does the out-and-back two times.

The 10K does the out-and-back four times.

Half Marathon Course (1.09M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6003657613

The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).

The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop

https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

THERE IS RACE DAY REGISTRATION STARTING AT 7:30 am.

Click Here to view 2022 Race Photos on Snapfish

Prize Money to the top overall Male and Female.

Many age group awards !! New this year. 80+ age group !!

Very fast course that you can have a personal best on. Registration is at the bottom of Alameda Hill at the carousel pavilion.

Will have FREE food, Pasta Salad, Hot Dogs , BBQ Sandwiches, Pierogies, Fruit

Dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash

DJ will play music and the national anthem.

Awards: Top 1 Overall 5k male and female $50 cash each !! Age group winners top 3 gets an police medal award for 10 year age groups in the 5k. Walker awards to the top 3 walkers men and women

Proceeds benefits the Butler's city Police Dept. K9 unit

This is the 3rd race in the Miles of Smiles race series.

We will have random drawings !!! Stay at the awards to win !! Hoping to have a police dog presentation at the awards ceremony if available.

Virtual runners will be mailed a finisher medal along with their entry gift

We hope to see you Saturday June 6th at the Run for the Glasses Half Marathon/ 10K / 5K & dog jog races!!! This will be the 1st event in the Valley Running Club Festival of Races!! All courses will be run out and back on the scenic Honey Hole Road. Start and Finish is located at the Honey Hole Winery.

The official Gun Start will be at 7:00 a.m. for the Half Marathon and 7:30 for the 5K & 10K Races. The start line will remain open for 10 Min to allow for late starts. Gun time will be used for overall awards / Chip time will be used for age group awards.

Shirts: Shirt sizes are guaranteed for all registered by May 19th. After that shirts are available only while supplies last.

Packet Pickup: We will be hosting packet pickup at the Honey Hole Winery Thursday & Friday before raceday from noon am till 6 PM. Packet pickup is also available on race day starting at 6:00 a.m.

Same Day Registration: Same day registration will be available using this Runsignup registration platform. Pre-register and SAVE$$. Same Day registration will see a $5 increase in all fees.

Award Ceremony: Awards for the 5K & 10K race will be handed out starting at 8:30. Half Marathon Over all winners will be awarded at 8:45. Half Marathon Age Group will take place as a rolling ceremony until the course closes.

Age Groups and Awards

5K/10K/13.1 overall male and female awards for first place. Medals will be awarded to MALE and FEMALE runners in 10 year age groups.

Dog-Jog

Back again for 2026, a Dog-Jog Division. Runners and their dogs will set out onto the 5K course. Over-all awards for top 3 finishers. And all dogs will receive a special treat :-)

Virtual Race Option

Want to support our cause, but not able to show up on race day?? We have a virtual option for all distances. Race on your own course, on your own time between Saturday June 8th, and Sunday June 9th, Submit your time electronically and you will be scored in a special division of any of these 4 events: 13.1M, 10K, 5K, 5K Dog Jog, or Youth 1 Mile

All proceeds benefit Hazleton Area's Community Services for Sight

Race Information

The race starts at 8:30 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Upon entering the park, look for Pavilion 4 on the left side of the parking lot.

5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6079040203

The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)

The 5K does the out-and-back two times.

The 10K does the out-and-back four times.

Half Marathon Course (1.09M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6003657613

The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).

The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop

https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

Race Information

The race starts at 8:30 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Upon entering the park, look for Pavilion 4 on the left side of the parking lot.

1M Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6079040854

This is an out-and-back course.

5K, 10K, & 15K Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6079040203

This is an out-and-back course.

The 5K does the course two times.

The 10K does the course four times.

The 15K does the course six times.

Half Marathon Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6003657613

This is an out-and-back course.

The Half Marathon does the course six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com