4 running events in Union Township, Pennsylvania
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Union Township
4 events in Union Township-
Sun, Mar 08, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
SHIRTS STILL AVAILABLE as of 3/2!!
Spring Ahead with the perfect race to kickstart the season!
The FLAT, FAST, Spring Ahead 1/2 Marathon to benefit Schuylkill River Greenways will start and finish at Union Township’s Union Meadows recreation complex.
After the race, all runners over 21 will receive a free beer at the Fork & Ale!
T-shirt DEADLINE Register by 2/26 to guarantee a shirt--then until inventory runs out!
When: Sunday March 8th 2026 (The day clocks "spring ahead")
Where: 100 Campbell Ford Rd, Douglassville, PA 19518
Start time: 10 am
Half-marathon course: The course will loop around the Berm Trail, then run the SRT to Douglassville and back.
Swag: All runners who register by 2/26 will receive a unique race-themed T-shirt; All finishers (regardless of when you sign up) will receive an artist-designed finishers medal
**THERE ARE STILL SHIRTS AVAILABLE IN ALL SIZES AS OF 3/2
Awards: The top three M/F overall 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+
Winners will win receive engraved plates to attach to their finishers medals.
Course Map for 1/2 Marathon: SRG Spring Ahead 1/2 Marathon - MapMyRun
Charitable Donation: $500 and 100% of all donations you make will go to Schuylkill River Greenways!
RACE-DAY INFO
Bib Pickup: Bib pickup will open at 9 am on-site.
Parking: Parking will be available in the lower Fork and Ale Parking Lot, the trail parking lot, the boat-ramp parking lot (1/4 mile from start) and along the access road to the boat ramp parking lot. See map.
Water Stations: There will be water stations at miles 3, 7, and 9
Portable Restrooms: There will be restrooms in the start/finish area and on-course at miles 3, 7, and 9.
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Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Kayak and canoe race on the Driftwood Branch of the Sinnemahoning Creek. This event is held the second Saturday in April. Paddle approximately 12 miles from the launch along Route 120 in Cameron County across from the Emporium Country Club to Driftwood. Life jackets required.
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Sat, May 23, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Mission:
The first annual BTerry 5K Race is a run/walk event bringing BTerry fans together to support a meaningful cause. All proceeds will benefit The Headstrong Project, which provides mental health support for veterans.
Charity partner
The Headstrong Project
https://theheadstrongproject.org/
Volunteers
We are currently seeking sponsors and volunteers to help Customs Capital LLC and Thrive Beauty Bar LLC make this event a success!
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Sun, Jul 12, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Flat and fast scenic course located on the paved section of the Ernst Trail with a small portion on Mercer Pike Road. Ernst Trail follows an old rail line traversing the lush bottom lands of French Creek valley with varied environments of meadow and marsh, hardwood stands and hemlock thickets. Water provided on the course, water and snacks at the finish, Awards ceremony immediately following the race.
Start Times
15k: 7:30 AM
5k: 7:35 AM
Awards
Top 3 male/female finishers in 15k and 5k. First place finisher in each age group: 18 and under; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 and up.
Parking
Available at Ernst Conservation Seeds.
Restrooms
Porta Johns will be available at the start/finish area.
Shirts
Unisex T shirts guaranteed with preregistration prior to June 30, 2025. First come first serve with registrations on and after June 30, 2025