11 walking events in Scranton, Pennsylvania

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Shiver by the River #2 [runsignup.com]
Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Description

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS RACE HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST

Day of Registration and Packet Pickup: 8:30am to 9:45am.

Day of Race Price: $20

Race Start: 10 AM for all races....

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS RACE HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST

Day of Registration and Packet Pickup: 8:30am to 9:45am.

Day of Race Price: $20

Race Start: 10 AM for all races.

Packet Pickup: Friday, February 20th at Scranton Running Co. from 12pm to 7pm for all those pre-registered. Day of pickup is available as well from 8:30am to 9:45am.

Awards: The top overall male and female will receive awards for both the 5K and 10K. Also, the top male and female in the below age groups for both the 5K and 10K will receive awards. The top overall walker will also receive an award.

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2 Miles 3.1 Miles 6.2 Miles Run Walk
3 West Olive St, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
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Scranton Half Marathon [runsignup.com]
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Description
The 13th edition of the Scranton Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, April 12, 2026, beginning and ending at PenFed Credit Union Field at Memorial Stadium. The goal of the race is to provide a...
The 13th edition of the Scranton Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, April 12, 2026, beginning and ending at PenFed Credit Union Field at Memorial Stadium. The goal of the race is to provide a superior event highlighting the local area and in doing so, bring increased exposure and revenue for local businesses.

Please note the start times for the half marathon run (8:00 AM) and the half marathon walk (6:45 AM).

***BACK FOR 2026 - Run/Walk Category

We're pleased to offer a new run/walk category for the half marathon. Please select this option when registering if you plan on doing a combination of both running and walking on the course. As a run/walker, you will start at 8 AM with the run and will be timed as a runner. If you will be only walking the course, please select the Half Marathon Walk tab when registering.

***Half Marathon Cutoff Time – In the interest of safety and to allow city streets to reopen as scheduled, the racecourse will remain open to all participants who reach the North Washington Ave. and Olive Street intersection (roughly 8.3 miles) by 10:30 AM. This would be an 18:00 minute per mile pace for runners and a 28:00 minute per mile pace for walkers. Those participants who are unable to meet the 10:30 AM cutoff time will be directed to turn right onto Olive Street to head back to the stadium and will not be able to complete the full 13.1-mile course and their finish time will not be recorded.

**5k Run Cutoff time - In the interest of safety and to allow city streets to reopen as scheduled, there will be a 50 minute cutoff time for all participants in the 5k. This would be a 16 minute per mile pace. If you are unable to finish the race in this timeframe, your time will not be recorded.

Virtual Half Marathon Run and Virtual Half Marathon Walk
- Run or walk the half marathon distance wherever you'd like between April 11 and April 12, 2026.
- Submit your time to scrantonhalfresults@gmail.com to be included in the virtual results
- Cost is $55 and includes bib, finisher shirt, medal, and finisher gift
- Pickup your virtual race swag during expo hours on Friday, April 10 from 5 to 8 PM or Saturday, April 11 from 11 AM to 5 PM
- If you live outside of the NEPA area, your race swag will be mailed to you during the week of April 13, 2026.
- Virtual race participants are not eligible for any age group awards or cash prizes
- Please note that if you register for the virtual run or walk, you are unable to transfer your registration to the in-person event
Half Marathon Walk!
- Begins at 6:45am.
- Fully chip timed.
- Finishers receive Half Marathon Medal and Finisher's Gift.
- Awards to the Overall Male and Overall Female finishers.
- Aid stations for the walk begin with the mile 7.5 station.
- This is a walk only, and participants are not permitted to engage in running during the event if registered for the walk.
- Walkers must stay on the sidewalks until the lead police vehicle comes by at which point the course will be fully secure
- Please note that due to course safety restrictions, the Doherty Double is not walk friendly.
Kid's Fun Run!

Participants will receive a bib, and finisher medal. The 1/4 mile runs will start at approximately 8:30 AM on race morning. The 1/2 mile runs will follow the conclusion of the 1/4 mile runs. Please note that all participants must be off of the infield by 9 AM to ensure the safety of participants from the kids fun runs as well as the half marathon.

1/4 Mile Fun Runs
- Run 1 - Ages 5 - 6
- Run 2 - Ages 7 - 8
1/2 Mile Fun Runs
- Run 1 - Ages 9 - 10
- Run 2 - Ages 11 - 12
Race Dates: Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Times: 5K: 3:00 PM (Saturday, April 11)

Half Marathon Walk: 6:45 AM (Sunday, April 12)

Half Marathon: 8:00 AM (Sunday, April 12)

The Doherty Double consists of both the 5K run only on Saturday, April 11, and the Half Marathon run only on Sunday, April 12, walkers are not permitted to signup for the Doherty Double.

Location: PenFed Credit Union Field at Memorial Stadium

Address: 816 Providence Rd, Scranton, PA 18508

Bib/Shirt Pickup: Friday, April 10 at the Race Expo from 5 to 7 PM, and Saturday, April 11 at the race expo from 11 AM to 5 PM. Also available on race day at Scranton Memorial Stadium from 6:00 to 7:30 AM.

Race Expo: Scranton Running Company 3 West Olive Street, Scranton, PA 18508

Charitable Giving: The Scranton Half Marathon has given over $450,000 in it's first eleven years to the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority for the beautification and safety of the city of Scranton.

For further race details, please visit www.scrantonhalf.com
3.1 Miles 13.1 Miles 16.2 Miles Fun Run Half Marathon Run Virtual Walk
3 West Olive St, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
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The Office 5K [theoffice5k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, May 02, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Description

The Office 5K is a road race in Scranton, PA that passes sites featured on NBC’s “The Office.” Participants can dress up as their favorite Office character for fun and prizes. Walkers can enjoy a...

The Office 5K is a road race in Scranton, PA that passes sites featured on NBC’s “The Office.” Participants can dress up as their favorite Office character for fun and prizes. Walkers can enjoy a modified 1 mile course with special activities along the way.

The race begins at 1pm on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 523 Linden Street in Scranton, in front of Backyard Ale House. Participants can pick up their race bibs, tee shirts, and race info at Cooper’s Seafood House (701 N. Washington Avenue) on May 1 from 5-7pm. (These items are also available day of the race.) A block party and awards ceremony will be held immediately following the event.

Participants who register by April 19 are guaranteed a shirt. More info about the race can be found at theoffice5k.com.

Race proceeds benefit Valley In Motion, a non-profit strengthening sense of community across the Lackawanna Valley. More information about VIM at www.valleyinmotion.org or on Facebook and Instagram at @valleyinmotion.

Packet Pick-Up: There will be a packet pick-up for all pre-registered runners from 4 to 7 PM on Friday, May 1, 2026 at Cooper's Seafood House, 701 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18509.

When: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Where: 523 Linden Street, Scranton, PA 18503

Cost: $30 for pre-registered runners and $40 for day of race registrants.

Race Start: 1 PM.

Day of Registration/Packet Pick-Up: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

Awards: There will be about a dozen costume awards, including Best Group Costume, Most Obscure Office Reference Award, and Best In Show. Top male and female finishers, top male and female masters finishers, and top three finishers in each of the below age groups will win awards as well.

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5k Run Walk
523 Linden Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
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Bread Basket Bolt [runsignup.com]
Sat, May 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Description

Please join us as we race to feed our neighbors. Benefiting residents of Lackawanna County.

What: 5k run, 10k run, and 2 mile walk.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 starting at 9 AM

Where: Lackawanna...

Please join us as we race to feed our neighbors. Benefiting residents of Lackawanna County.

What: 5k run, 10k run, and 2 mile walk.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 starting at 9 AM

Where: Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead

Student Pricing: All students under 19 years of age will have a $5 discount applied to their registration fee.

Day of Registration: Available from 8:00 to 8:45 AM at the Scranton Half Marathon Pavilion

Packet Pick Up: From 8:00 to 8:45 AM at the Scranton Half Marathon Pavilion

Awards: Medals to the top male and female finishers for both the 5k and 10k run. Medals also awarded to the top males and females in the below age groups for both the 5k and 10k run.

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20-29

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40-49

50-59

60+

Run Trail Walk
3 West Olive St, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
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Knights 2 Miler and 1.5 Mile Memory Walk [runsignup.com]
Sat, May 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Description

Join the Knights of Columbus for our Inaugural 2-Mile Race and 1-Mile Walk — a fun and uplifting community event for runners and walkers of all ages. Held during Mental Health Awareness Month, this...

Join the Knights of Columbus for our Inaugural 2-Mile Race and 1-Mile Walk — a fun and uplifting community event for runners and walkers of all ages. Held during Mental Health Awareness Month, this event encourages healthy living, strong communities, and support for one another.

Come enjoy a great morning of fitness, while supporting the charitable mission of the Knights of Columbus. Whether you’re running for a personal best or walking with friends and family, your participation helps strengthen our community and make a meaningful impact.

What: 2 mile run and 1.5 mile walk

When: Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 9 AM.

Where: Divine Mercy Parish, 312 Davis St., Scranton, PA 18505

Packet Pick Up: Friday, May 22 from 6 to 8 PM at Divine Mercy Parish

Race Day Registration: From 8 to 8:45 AM

Awards: Medals to the top three overall males and females.

1.5 Miles Run Walk
312 Davis Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18505, United States
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14th Annual Theresa Borgia 5K Run/Walk & Children's Fun Run [runsignup.com]
Sun, May 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Description
The 14th Annual Theresa Borgia 5K Run/Walk & Children's Fun Run will be held Sunday, May 24, 2025, 9:30am at the Lackawanna Heritage Trail on Olive Street. Theresa Borgia was a long-time member of...
The 14th Annual Theresa Borgia 5K Run/Walk & Children's Fun Run will be held Sunday, May 24, 2025, 9:30am at the Lackawanna Heritage Trail on Olive Street. Theresa Borgia was a long-time member of the JCC of Scranton. She was a tireless advocate for breast cancer awareness and a well-known volunteer for the annual Komen Race for the Cure. Her initial diagnosis was in 1997, and after years in remission she was back in treatment in 2006. In November of 2010, Theresa lost her thirteen-year fight with breast cancer. Benefits the Chronic Disease and Cancer Wellness Center of NEPA at the JCC.

Online Registration ends Wednesday, May 20 at 6:00pm.
- First 100 Registrants receive a T-Shirt
- Registration: 8:15AM– 9:15AM
- Registration Fee: $30
- Children’s Fun Run (includes participant medal): Free
Children’s Fun Run (ages 12 & under) - 9:00AM

For more information, including pre-registration, contact Vince Kalinoski (570) 346-6595 ext.115 or email vkal3@scrantonjcc.org
5k Fun Run Run Trail Walk
Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
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PHL 5K Run4Life & 1.5-mile Fun Walk [runsignup.com]
Sat, May 30, 2026 at 9:30 AM

Description

Come support the Pennsylvanians for Human Life benefit run/walk! This will be our 3rd annual Run4Life 5k and 1.5 mile Fun Walk at Nay Aug Park.

Join us after the race at the Schimelfenig Pavilion for...

Come support the Pennsylvanians for Human Life benefit run/walk! This will be our 3rd annual Run4Life 5k and 1.5 mile Fun Walk at Nay Aug Park.

Join us after the race at the Schimelfenig Pavilion for kid's activities and face painting.

When: Saturday, May 30, 2026

Where: Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Avenue, Scranton, PA 18510 at the Schimelfenig Pavilion.

Race Start: 9:30 AM

Registration Cost: $25 for pre-registered participants. $30 for race day registration Children 12 and under FREE

Swag: T-shirts for the first 150 pre-registered participants by June 1st. There will be limited t-shirts available for day of registrants.

Packet Pick Up and Day of Registration: Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 8 to 9:15 AM at the Schmilfenig Pavilion.

Awards/Prizes: Trophies will be awarded for the top male and female finishers. Awards to the top three male and female finishers in the below age groups:

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20-29

30-39

40-49

50-59

60-69

70+

Awards Ceremony: Awards will be presented to age group winners immediately following the race at the pavilion around 10:30 AM.

Race Website: Additional race information can be found at www.prolifescranton.org

5k Run Walk
500 Arthur Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510, United States
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Stronger Than The Storm Run [runsignup.com]
Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Description

What: 2 Mile walk, 5K run, 10K run

Race Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026

Day of Registration Cost: $30 for the 5K and 10K and $25 for the 2 Mile Walk. Day of registration available from 7:30 to 8:45 AM....

What: 2 Mile walk, 5K run, 10K run

Race Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026

Day of Registration Cost: $30 for the 5K and 10K and $25 for the 2 Mile Walk. Day of registration available from 7:30 to 8:45 AM.

Where: Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive St. Trailhead

Race Start: All races start at 9 AM

**There will be a packet pickup for all pre-registered runners from 3 to 7 PM on Friday, June 19 at the Scranton Running Company, 3 West Olive St., Scranton.

Awards: The top overall male and female will receive awards for both the 5K and 10K. Also, the top two males and the top two females in the below age groups for both the 5K and 10K will receive awards. The top overall walker will also receive an award.

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30-39

40-49

50-59

60-69

70+

Run Trail Walk
3 West Olive St, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
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34th Anniversary Hook O'Malley 1 Mile Firecracker Race Run/Walk Against Cancer [runsignup.com]
Sun, Aug 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Description

In memory of Paul "Hook" O'Malley who believed in the Spiritual, Emotional, and Physical Health of the youth in his community.

The "1 Mile Firecracker Race" at 707 North South Road, August 16, 2026...

In memory of Paul "Hook" O'Malley who believed in the Spiritual, Emotional, and Physical Health of the youth in his community.

The "1 Mile Firecracker Race" at 707 North South Road, August 16, 2026 is in memory of Paul "Hook" O'Malley, a local boxing trainer who succumbed to cancer on September 25, 1992.

"Hook" was a tough man with a generous nature and common bond with people from all walks of life. He was at ease in a press conference or guiding a troubled adolescent. He had a moral philosophy of what was right. He would say "Straighten up and fly right!" We who believe in his philosophy and the hereafter know that he is soaring high above us with a watchful eye on all that he loves. This race will be a testament of the great love and devotion his family and friends have for his memory and worthy cause. Hook's loss is endured knowing he lives on in our hearts and souls.

All proceeds will benefit the Lackawanna county unit of the American Cancer Society.

Location: 707 North South Road, Scranton, PA (Off Keyser Avenue)

Date and Time: Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Registration: Day of race - 8:15 AM to 9:45 AM

Registration day of race - $25.00

Pre-Registration: $20.00 until Thursday, August 13, 2026

Junior/Senior High School Track & Cross Country student runners ages 12 to 19 yrs. - $10 Registration Fee

For information call: 570-346-1828

Race will be run regardless of weather!

Awards: Top 3 overall male and female; 0-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-75, 76 & over

Top Male and Female Walker

First overall Boxer award

1 Miles Run Walk
707 North South Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18504, United States
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5th Annual Scranton 4 Ukraine 5K [scranton4ukraine.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Description

When: August 22, 2026

Where: Lackawanna River Heritage Trail at Olive St

Packet pick-up/Registration: 7:00am - 8:45am

Run/Walk Start: 9:00am Sharp!

Cost (excluding shirt):

Pre-registered: Run: $20...

When: August 22, 2026

Where: Lackawanna River Heritage Trail at Olive St

Packet pick-up/Registration: 7:00am - 8:45am

Run/Walk Start: 9:00am Sharp!

Cost (excluding shirt):

Pre-registered: Run: $20 Walk: $10

Day-of: Run $25 Walk $15

Race shirts:

Dri-fit shirts available with pre-registration through July 31, 2026. Limited amount of shirts will be available day of.

Age Groups / Awards: TBA

Beneficiary: TBA

Presented by:

Scranton 4 Ukraine Association - a federally recognized 501(c)(3) tax-exempt Pennsylvania non-profit corporation, formed in March 2022 for the purpose of raising awareness and funds for Ukrainian refugees. All contributions to Scranton 4 Ukraine Association are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.

Thank you!

1 Miles 5k Run Trail Walk
Olive Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
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14th Annual Captain James R. Minicozzi Memorial Race [runsignup.com]
Sat, Sep 05, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Description

Our memorial race, in honor of Cpt. James R. Minicozzi, is held on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend, every year; during La Festa Italiana. Our event is held in Downtown Scranton, PA. The 5K Run and...

Our memorial race, in honor of Cpt. James R. Minicozzi, is held on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend, every year; during La Festa Italiana. Our event is held in Downtown Scranton, PA. The 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk benefits: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeastern Pennsylvania Children’s Christmas Party and College Scholarships at, his alma mater, West Scranton High School.

Day of Registration: 8:00-9:30 AM (Water and fresh fruit will be available at the main registration table for participants)

Registration Cost: $25 for pre-registered participants, $35 for day of participants - The first 100 registered participants will be guaranteed a race t-shirt.

T-Shirts: T-shirts are guaranteed for the first 100 runners/walkers.

Water Station: There will be a water station located halfway through the race, near Andy Gavin's on North Washington Ave.

Awards/Prizes: We will recognize the first Overall Male and Female runners, along with the top 3 male and female runners in each age group. In addition, bonus prizes will be given to the top 3 overall Male and Female winners, and the Armed Service Award Recipient. In addition, the 1st place Male and 1st place Female in each age group will be given a bonus prize. Please note that you must be present to receive your "bonus" prizes, if you are not present the prizes will be forfeited to another finisher in that age bracket.

We will also recognize the top overall male and female walkers with a trophy and bonus prize as well.

**Effective January 1, 2022: No Minicozzi Race Committee members or Minicozzi family members are eligible for any race trophies, medals, awards, or "Bonus" prizes. If you are one of these members and would still like to participate in honor or tribute to Captain James R. Minicozzi, you will still receive a race t-shirt, but will not be provided a timing bib for the race.

Age Groups: 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 71+

Awards Ceremony: Awards will be presented to age group winners immediately following the race at the main band stand.

Special Recognition Award: The Cpt. James R. Minicozzi Memorial Armed Service Award will be given out to the top finisher in the 5K race who is an Armed Service member (active or veteran).

Pacing: Dickson City Hyundai will be pacing the runners with a lead vehicle.

Honoring James: Every year we honor the memory of Cpt. James R. Minicozzi with our Memorial Race on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend during LaFesta Italiana, in Downtown Scranton. The proceeds we raise host over 200 children at The Boys & Girls Clubs of NEPA for their annual Christmas party. The club is the safe haven for keeping these children off of the streets, it is their home away from home. We provide every child with a hot meal, hours of festivities and winter hats, gloves & warm, embroidered with the Boys & Girls Club logo on it, coat, vest, hooded sweatshirt or item of warmth for their upper body along with other surprises. All of this is possible from our memorial race, thru the UNICO Scranton Chapter, as well as awarding 2 college scholarships at West Scranton High School, to a male & a female student, in their current graduating class.

1 Miles 3.1 Miles Run Walk
235 N Washington Ave., Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
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Local Clubs & Organizations

Blue Dolphin Aquatics Club

[bluedolphinaquatics.com] [usaswimming.org]
USA Swimming Club. 18 members.

Swim

Contact: jb4383@gmail.com
Ridge Row , Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510, United States
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Phone: +1 570-362-2513

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