3 cycling, running, walking, and other events in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Why Race?

This isn’t just a 5K; it’s a statement. Every stride, every voice, every united effort sends a powerful message: we will not stop until racism is dismantled, institutions are transformed, and every person—especially women, girls, and people of color—is celebrated as Equal. Powerful. Unstoppable.

Every dollar raised supports YWCA Lancaster's Center for Racial and Gender Equity (CRGE) and YWCA Lancaster’s essential education, training, advocacy, and community transformation programs.

Don’t just watch history happen—be part of it. Register now and take your first step toward a better future!

Race Against Racism is held on Saturday, April 25, rain or shine. Visit our Participant Information Page for more detailed information on the event.

• Registration Opens January 1, 2026

• Early Bird Registration Ends April 5, 2026

• Deadline for Teams is April 5, 2026

Race Day Schedule:

7:00 AM Day of Registration & Day Of Packet Pickup

8:00 AM Gather in Musser Park for announcements, instructions, & the race start

8:30 AM 200 Yard Kid’s Fun Run

9:00 AM 5K Race Start

10:05 AM approximately- Awards will be announced from the Portico in Musser Park as results come in.

Want to help make the Race happen?

Contact Stacie Blake at [email protected] 727.215.8318.

Celebrate 50 Years of Running in Lancaster!

Join us for a milestone event—the 50th Annual Red Rose Run! We're taking it back to 1977 to celebrate a 50-year tradition that has brought tens of thousands of runners, walkers, and community members to the heart of Downtown Lancaster. Be one of the first 250 registrants and be entered to win $250 Downtown Dollars!

Whether you are aiming for a personal best on our 5-mile course or enjoying a fun morning with the family, you are part of our history.

Dress in your finest 1970's running gear and be ready to bolt and boogie! Yes, the best overall 1970's themed costumed registrant will take home a City of Lancaster Prize Pack!

The race takes participants on a scenic tour through Lancaster City and County Park, featuring our signature mix of urban streets and rolling park hills.

Registration Includes:

• Collectible water bottle courtesy of Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster

• Commemorative 50th anniversary race bib

• Post-race refreshments from Kegel’s Produce and Wilsbach

• Commemorative 50th anniversary race medal

Interested in a commemorative tshirt? Get yours here - https://redroserun.storenvy.com/

RACE AVENUE CRITERIUM

Race Avenue Criterium is a fantastic well paved, classic four corner criterium in downtown Lancaster, PA in front of Buchanan Park! This race offers spectators various viewing angles from Buchannan park and the surrounding streets. The course is a 1-mile loop with 4 right turns Race, Buchanan, State and Clay.

We will have an equal prize purse for the men’s and women’s races!

Prize list can be reduced by race director if less than 20 racers in any category.

Racers must finish on main lap in order to qualify for prize money.

Additional races are $20

All prizes are cash unless noted otherwise. RACE WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE.

All masters categories are for licensed racers in categories 1-4 only.

Prizes not claimed within one hour of results posting will be forfeited.

Contact: [email protected]. 717-601-2009

Course Location: 400 Race Ave Lancaster PA, 17603 |

JUNIORS - half of your registration fee will be refunded at race day check in!

• Prize list can be reduced by race director if less than 20 racers in any given category.

• Participants must finish on the same lap as the main “field” in order to receive prize money.

• Held under USA Cycling event permit. USA Cycling Criterium Race rules apply.

• Rain or shine event.

• No refunds.

• If less than 10 registrants in any one category, category may be combined with another category for start time, but will still be scored separately. Race director's discretion will apply.

• Prizes not collected within one hour of the results posting will be forfeited.

• 2025 BAR Champions race for free. Email prior to registration and you will be added to the registration. BAR Champions are required to wear their BAR jerseys.

• No Aero Bars