4 running, cycling, fun run, and other events in Hershey, Pennsylvania
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Hershey
4 events in Hershey-
Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 12:30 PMSee full details
Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.
Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.
Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.
Makeup Date Information: 6/7/2026
Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.
Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):
Kindergarten & 1st Grade
2nd & 3rd Grade
4th & 5th Grade
6th to 8th Grade
Challenger
Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!
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Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Register for Pennsylvania's 9th Annual Bike Ride & Beer Festival 2026! BIKES & BEERS Cycling Event Series is back at TRöEGS INDEPENDENT BREWING for the Best Bike Ride & Beer Event in the business! Ride a 15, 30, or 45-mile route through the beautiful area of Hershey, Pennsylvania followed by a post-ride Beer Festival! Bikes & Beers HERSHEY is the area's premier cycling event departing from TRöEGS INDEPENDENT BREWING and traveling the scenic roads of Derry Township, PA. All rides feature morning fuel stations, marked routes, GPS turn-by-turn instruction, rest stops, refreshments, ride marshals, and SAG support. Finish back at TRöEGS INDEPENDENT BREWING for a beer festival atmosphere of rewarding craft beers, live music, a charity raffle & much more!
This is a ride for everyone - All riding levels are welcome!
WHAT IS BIKES & BEERS:
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Pick your ride distance and create a team of friends & family (optional)
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Mark your calendar for a fun day of cycling and craft beer!
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Pre Ride:
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Check in a half-hour before your start time
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We'll provide parking & further ride info in email instructions
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Enjoy free coffee & fresh pastries
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Local bike shops offering last-minute tune-ups
- The Ride:
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Ride your distance with ride leaders
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Fully marked routes & GPS turn-by-turn instructions
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Mechanical support vehicle
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Rest stops with snacks & refreshments
- Post Ride:
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It's time to enjoy (2) complimentary beers on us!
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Official co-branded Bikes & Beers Pint Glass for every rider
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Bikes & Beers high-quality neoprene koozies
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Enjoy the food trucks, live music, games
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Check out our Bikes & Beers merch tent & snack stand
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Live raffle with $3,000+ in prizes!
- Join & Post your photos on our Facebook Page
- Keep in touch with your newly made cycling friends!
*Further event information will be communicated in emails after registration and in the days and weeks leading up to event day!
WHAT YOU'LL GET:
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Official Bikes & Beers X TRöEGS 2026 Pint Glass
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(2) TRöEGS Craft Beers is ON US!
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High-Quality Neoprene Beer Koozies
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Raffle Ticket with a Chance to WIN PRIZES!
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Collectible Bike Plate - Event Photos!
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Unique Pretzels & Athletic Non-Alcoholic Beer
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Entry into the Post-Ride Party with LIVE MUSIC, RAFFLE, GAMES, FOOD TRUCKS & MORE!
FEATURES TO OUR 2026 EVENTS:
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PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS - At least (3) photographers will be snapping pics of your Bikes & Beers experience during pre-ride, during the ride, and post-ride! We have amazing photo ops!
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NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER OPTIONS - Still want to ride with us but don't want the alcohol? We now have Athletic Brewing sponsoring all our events! Looks for the blue tent and cooler full of flavorful non-alcoholic brews!
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COLLECTABLE BIKE PLATES - At check-in, you'll receive a collectible event wristband and bike plate designed just for this event! They look awesome!
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SPONSOR SNACKS & GIVEAWAYS - Morning coffee, fresh pastries, post-ride pretzel necklaces, recovery protein & much more!
IT'S A CELEBRATION OF CYCLING AND CRAFT BEER!
Riders will also receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a brand new SCHWINN bike and a ton of other prizes including a private brewery tour and cycling gear!
Benefitting Friends of Derry Township to help improve the cycling conditions in your area. Have fun, and give back!
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Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 12:01 AMSee full details
Location
Hershey High School (Google Maps)
550 Homestead Road, Hershey, PA 17033
Date
August 22, 2026
Time
9:00 AM for the 5K Run, 10:00 AM for the 1 Mile Fun Run
Registration
5K Registration until June 1: $20
5K Registration until August 1: $25 (T-Shirts guaranteed with registration until August 1)
5K Registration from August 1 – August 18: $30
5K Registration on August 21 & 22: $35
1-Mile Fun Run until June 1: $10
1-Mile Fun Run until August 1: $12 (T-Shirts guaranteed with registration until August 1)
1-Mile Fun Run from August 1-18: $15
1-Mile Fun Run on August 21 & 22: $17
Virtual Registration until August 18: $25 (T-Shirts guaranteed with registration until August 1, $5 extra if the t-shirt is mailed to you after the race)
Pre-Registration Packet Pick-up & Race Registration
Thursday, August 21 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Hershey High School
Saturday, August 23 from 7:00 am – 8:40 am at Hershey High School
Course
5K Course – Certified by USATF, Certified Course #15043WB
Split times will be provided at 1-mile and 2-mile marks of the 5K with water near the midpoint. Water and fruit will be provided at the finish line area. Showers and lockers are not available.
Timing
NOVA Timing Systems will chip time using the MyLaps disposable BibTags.
Directions
From Harrisburg Area: From 83N, go onto 322E toward Hershey. Take Ephrata Exit and proceed through 5 lights. Turn left onto Homestead Road. Hershey High is on the immediate left.
From Lancaster Area: Take 283W to 743N (Hershey/Elizabethtown exit). Turn right and proceed approximately 6 miles on 743N to Homestead Road. Turn right onto Homestead. Cross Rte. 322E. Hershey High School is on the left.
From Lebanon/Palmyra Area: Follow 422W to the light at Homestead Road (just before the chocolate factory). Turn left onto Homestead Road. The high school is approximately ½ mile on the right.
Awards
No awards will be given away until the awards ceremony. The awards ceremony will begin at the conclusion of the Fun Run.
5K Run: $200 for first place, $150 for second place, $100 for third place, $75 for fourth place, $50 for fifth place, for both male and female participants. $50 will be awarded to Masters winners, male and female. No duplicates.
Prizes will also be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age category and many random prizes will be awarded.
5K Age Categories: 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over. Awards given to top 3 runners in each age group.
Fun Run/Walk: Goodie bag will be given to all participants ages 12 and under.
On January 23, 1992, Ben Yupcavage and Tim Russell, both Hershey High School athletes, were tragically killed in an automobile accident. In their memory, the Yupcavage and Russell families established the Tim Russell – Ben Yupcavage Memorial Scholarship Fund. Now in its 33rd year, the event which has become known as “Ben & Tim Day”, has maintained this scholarship fund in loving memory of and as a tribute to Ben and Tim.
Tim Russell exemplified the spirit of the sport of running as a leader, an inspiration, and a friend. He was as gracious in winning as he was in defeat. As a person and athlete, he possessed and demonstrated qualities that set an example for others to emulate and follow.
As a freshman, Tim became a key part of and contributor to his Cross Country Team which placed as State AA Runner Up Champions in 1989. For the next two years, Tim held the distinction of being the team’s number one runner and led the team to the State Cross Country Championship Title in 1990.
Ben, known to many as “Yuppy”, was a serious student, musician, and soccer player. Active on and off the soccer field, Ben was an honor roll student and member of the Student Council, the Yearbook and Production staff, and HHS Brass Ensemble. His love for soccer started in the first grade and continued through to varsity soccer at Hershey High where he was a standout player fiercely proud of his team and loyal to his teammates.
Off the field, Ben could be found encouraging his brother on the JV Soccer Team, assisting his little sister’s team and coach in addition to refereeing games for younger township teams. In soccer, as well as academics, Ben set a standard and displayed a passion to be admired by all who knew him.
The Yupcavage and Russell families extend their deepest appreciation to the dedicated organizers and generous sponsors of each year’s event and to countless friends and neighbors who come each year to honor and remember Ben and Tim. It is this dedication and support that enables the scholarships given in their memory to deserving Hershey High School students.
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Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 9:00 AM
With our friends at Tröegs Independent Brewing, we’ve provided this fun 5K in the Harrisburg/Hershey area since 2016. Swag includes sweet, exclusive Tröegs merch, beer, and a fun day at the brewery. We can’t wait to see you on the course!