3 walking events in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
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3 events in Luzerne County-
Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 10:15 AMSee full details
FUN EVENT! EASTER-THEMED! Amenities include super-soft T-shirts, awesome unique top male and female awards, 5-year age group awards, photos with the Easter Bunny, and lunch! STILL $20 if registered before March 13, 2026!
LOCATION: Shickshinny, PA. Follow Rt. 11 to Friends Coffee Shop & Bakery in Shickshinny, PA and turn onto Oak Street. (106 N. Susquehanna Ave, Shickshinny, PA 18655)
REGISTRATION: Packet pick-up and race-day registration from 9:00 am to 10:00 am at the registration pavilion located at Oak & North Canal Streets.
COURSE: Out and back, flat and fast on the Susquehanna Warrior Trail.
ENTRY FEE: STILL $20.00 by March 13th. $25.00 thereafter. Checks payable to S.W.T.C., PO Box 54, Shickshinny, PA 18655
SOUVENIR SWT T-SHIRTS guaranteed to those registering before March 13th!!
AWARDS: Unique Trophy to top male and female runner. Last year for specially designed patches to the first three finishers in each runner’s age group. Awards presented by the Easter Bunny. Photo ops for all participants. RUNNERS’ AGE GROUP AWARDS / MALE & FEMALE: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
INFORMATION: Contact Race Director: Barb Rupert [email protected]
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Sat, Aug 08, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
The Shimmy in Shickshinny 1/2 and 1/4 Marathon is BACK for 2026!
This flat, fast, and shaded course is PERFECT for a mid-summer half-marathon!
The Shimmy in Shickshinny follows the hard-packed Susquehanna Warrior Trail as it runs along the west bank of the Susquehanna River in Luzerne County, PA. The out-and-back route has a total elevation gain/loss of 11 feet and 90% of the trail is shaded.
NOTE THIS IS OUR LARGEST SHIMMY YET, SO WE HAVE DECIDED TO SEPARATE THE START OF EACH EVENT. THE HALF WILL BEGIN AT 8:00AM, THE QUARTER WILL BEGIN AT 8:15AM.
When
Saturday August 8th.
Half Marathon: 8:00 am.
Quarter Marathon: 8:15 am.
Where
100 N. Susquehanna Ave. Shickshinny, PA
Cost
Half Marathon: $50 until 1/1 $55 until 3/31, $60 until 6/30; $65 7/1 to race day
Quarter Marathon: $30 until 1/1 $35 until 3/31; $40 until 6/30; $45 7/1 to race day
Race T-shirt and Unique Finisher's Medal
Participants receive a super-soft race-themed T-shirt (while supplies last) and all participants will receive a unique finisher's medal!
Bathrooms and Water Stations
Porta-potties will be available at the starting area and along the course. Water stations will be available roughly every 2 miles.
Parking
There is plenty of parking near the starting area in a few parking lots and along the street.
Packet Pickup
All packets will be picked up day-of on-site. Packet pickup opens at 6:30 AM.
Charity
A portion of the proceeds and 100% of all donations will go to support the Susquehanna Warrior Trail. For more information, check out their website HERE.
Awards
The top three M/F overall, the top three M/F masters (masters division for Half Marathon only), and the top three M/F in the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ will win plaques to attach to their finisher's medals.
Q: Is there a cutoff time for the half?
A: Yes! Due to the heat, we ask runners to finish in 3:00. There is a hard cutoff of 3:15. Those who may run longer than 3:00 are encouraged to run the quarter marathon.
Q: What is the course surface like?
A: The out-and-back course on The Susquehanna Warrior Trail is flat hard-packed dirt and gravel. 90% is shaded.
Q: Are dogs allowed on the course?
A: Yes, dogs are allowed on the course. However, due to safety and insurance reasons, we discourage participants from running with their dogs. The race is on a public trail that allows dogs, so we do not ban dogs from the race. We ask that if you choose to run with your dog, you only do so if your dog has extensive experience running in groups and with strangers. According to PA state law, all dogs, whether running or spectating or just meandering through on a Saturday walk, MUST be leashed while on public property.
Q: Are strollers allowed on the course?
A: No. The trail is not well-suited for strollers.
Q: Can I see a map of the half course?
A: Yes! (And the quarter marathon is the first half the half). FOLLOW THIS LINK HERE.
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Sat, Aug 15, 2026 at 11:00 AMSee full details
GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTO ID IS REQUIRED FOR REGISTRATION!!!!!!!!!!!!
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On Saturday August 15th in Conyngham, PA we kick off the 40th Annual C.H.H.I.P.S. Trot 'N Brew! RAIN OR SHINE!!!!
This event is held in memory of Rocco Colangelo Sr. & Jr. All proceeds raised will benefit the Helping Hands Society!
THE HELPING HANDS SOCIETY
The Helping Hands Society is a non-profit organization for special needs and typical children in Luzerne, Carbon, and Schuylkill Counties. Teachers and therapists work with children from birth to elementary age that have developmental delays and learning disabilities. The Helping Hands Society welcomes all children and never turns their back on those families that cannot afford the developmental therapies they need. Instead, the organization relies on the generosity of the public to assist in helping our community's children succeed in life, in and out of the classroom.
WHAT IS A “TROT ‘N BREW”?
A 1.5 mile novelty race through the streets of Conyngham, PA. Competitors must run, walk, or crawl into each of the designated establishments along the race course, purchase a 25 cent draft beer and continue to the finish line. All competitors must be 21 or over, must wear shirts, and carry quarters for purchase of the refreshments. A government issued ID is required for registration. (Number of official establishment stops to be determined)
WHAT ARE THE STOPS? (Not in any particular order)
COMING SOON!
I DO NOT DRINK BEER, CAN I STILL ENTER?
YES! You can substitute soft drinks.
TRICKY TRAYS & 50/50 TICKETS!
Tricky tray and 50/50 ticket cut off time will be at 11:00am. Make sure you get your tickets before the race!
TROT 'N BREW SHIRTS:
COMING SOON!