Location: Millennium Circle on River St., Wilkes Barre, PA 18701

Join us on Saturday, June 13 as the Wyoming Valley Striders team up with the Riverfront Yoga Project for a free morning of movement and friendship.
There are options for two group runs. Group 1 is a basic run. Group 2 is a walk/run option led by Jenn Ciriamboli.
Guided Stretching, then group run , followed by free instructor led yoga. All levels vinyasa.
You need running clothes and a yoga mat.

Location: Lehigh Gorge, Glen Onoko Access, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229

A beginner friendly race that's also ideal for a PR! Fast and flat, out-and back course with jumbo organic cookies at the finish, plus loads of unique awards.
100% of proceeds benefit Carbon County's only wildlife rehabilitation and education center.

Location: The Test Track Park, S. Eaton St, Berwick, PA 18603, Berwick, PA 18603

A flat, fast 5k through the Test Track Park and Berwick Borough. Please enter from S. Warren St. and park at the boat launch parking lot.



All proceeds from this race will benefit our Parkinson's Disease program called Movement and Motivation. If you need to register the day of, it will be 4:30-5pm.



**NOTE: This is a new location from previous years.

Location: 537 VENARD ROAD, Clarks Summit, PA 18411

Our upcoming 5K race is just a few weeks away, and we’d love to see our community come together for a great cause!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, casual walker, or just looking for a fun morning with family and friends, there’s still time to register and join us. Every participant helps support our students and school community.
📅 Don’t wait — grab your friends, family, and coworkers and sign up today!
👟 All ages and abilities welcome!

Location: 254 Carbondale Rd., Waymart, PA 18472

Fletcher’s 5K is part of Pet Palooza, a free to attend, family friendly fundraiser hosted by K9 Freedom Pathways on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Kennedy’s Grove in Waymart, PA.

Join us for a community 5K supporting K9 Freedom Pathways, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping rescue dogs become more adoptable through training, fostering, and continued support. After the race, participants and guests can enjoy Pet Palooza, featuring local vendors, food trucks, adoptable dogs, training demonstrations, basket raffles, a cornhole tournament, pet first aid, and more.

Proceeds from Fletcher’s 5K will support K9 Freedom Pathways’ current fundraising goals, including fencing and the development of a home like training and adoption center for rescue dogs.

Event: Fletcher’s 5K at Pet Palooza
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Location: Kennedy’s Grove, Waymart, PA
Hosted by: K9 Freedom Pathways
Contact: k9freedompathways@gmail.com

Location: 2000 conyngham ave, dallas, PA 18612

Beyond Grateful presents the Superhero Buddy Run 5K and Family walk. Unleashing the power of gratitude.

All proceeds will go toward programs designed for children in our community. Run, walk or donate to help make a difference.

Location: 501 East Drinker Street, Dunmore, PA 18512-2439

This course is will start and finish at Holy Cross High School and will run through the Swinak development where there is little or no traffic.

Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026

Registration: 7:30-8:15am

Race Start: 8:30am

5K Awards: Medals will be awarded to all finishers.

T-Shirts: Each participant will receive a race t-shirt.

Our 5k allows us to purchase much needed equipment and uniforms for our athletes. It also helps us offset the high costs of maintaining our Track & Field and Cross Country programs. Please consider running with us!

Location: 613 S.J. Strauss LN, Kingston, PA 18704

The Friedman Jewish Community Center and NEPA Racing are excited to announce the kickoff of the Friedman JCC 5K Series with our Summer 5K Run/Walk on Friday, June 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM in Kingston.
Proceeds from the race will benefit JCC Summer Camp programming and scholarships, helping provide local children with memorable summer experiences in a safe, active, and welcoming environment.
The race is taking place during NEPA Gives, a 24-hour online giving event that brings the community together to support local nonprofits across Northeastern Pennsylvania. Following the race, participants and community members are invited to stay for a NEPA Gives celebration featuring awards, music, and community fun.
The race will begin and end at the Sidney and Pauline Friedman Jewish Community Center, located at 613 S J Strauss Lane, Kingston, PA 18704. Participants will travel from the JCC through Kingston and along the levee into Kirby Park before returning to the JCC finish line.
Event Information:
• Friday, June 5, 2026
• Race Start: 6:00 PM
• Packet Pickup Begins: 4:30 PM at the JCC
• Early Registration: $30
• Registration after May 29 through race day: $35.50
• Day-of registration available until 5:30 PM
Participants who complete all three races in the Friedman JCC 5K Series (June 5, September 19, and November 26) will receive exclusive awards, swag, and bragging rights.
Additional Information:
• Sponsorship opportunities and volunteers are welcome
• Race will be held rain or shine

More information:
https://friedmanjcc.org/friedman-jcc-5k-series/

Location: 303 Riverside Dr, Peckville, PA 18452

Join us for the 2nd Annual Build-N-Athlete 10K, 5K, Walk & FREE Kids Fun Run on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at the Blakely Borough Recreational Complex along the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail!

🏅 Cash prizes for breaking course records👟 10K, 5K & Walk🎉 FREE Kids Fun Run🎁 Awards, raffles, refreshments & more!

Most importantly, every registration helps local youth athletes get the equipment they need to play with confidence 💙

📍 Part of the scenic Lackawanna River Heritage Trail and sections of the Steamtown Marathon course!

👉 Register here:https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Peckville/BuildNAthlete10K5KKidsFunRun

Location: 1st Ave Old Forge Pa, Old Forge, PA 18518

5K Run and 1mi Walk to support the Old Forge Fire Department. Fifty percent of ALL race registrations will be donated to Camp Susquehanna, a youth burn survivor summer camp!!!

Location: 243 Thorne Hill Road, Shickshinny, PA 18655

Come out to Northwest Area High School on Saturday May 30th for an Elite Distance Runner & Cross Country Workshop!
Open to student-athletes, coaches, and parents, join us as we unpack the secrets to maximizing your running potential!
Full line up of guest speakers coming soon, you won’t want to miss out!
RSVP Here: https://forms.gle/7nhyD6PmPoCuGUKo8

Location: Betty Mascelli Park, Forty Fort, PA 18704

LOCATION:
Starting line across from the Betty Mascelli Park and finish at Forty Fort Borough Park, Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort

Location: 18 & West Market Street, Pottsville, PA 17901

A cult classic mile with lots of awards. Come out and enjoy a mile downhill race with the community. Runners and walkers welcome. This benefits minersville track and field and the pottsville recreation committee.

Location: 106 N Turnpike Rd, Dalton, PA 18414, Dalton, PA 18414

Considered to be the harder 5 miler in the area!
The course consists of 5.25 miles with 302 feet of elevation change confined mostly to the first half of the course.
There are some formidable hills to tackle before letting you ride a nice tapered downhill to the finish (we think you'll enjoy the fast finish)! With only 5 turns, ample signage, and even volunteers at each turn, there's no concern of getting off course.
There will be 2 water stations on the course along with bananas! Local Dalton Police will help in managing traffic for the duration of the race.

This course contains some of the most beautiful roads and countryside views in our area and is very picturesque running!

Location: Lackawanna Heritage Trail West Olive Street, Scranton, PA 18508

The 14th Annual Theresa Borgia 5K Run/Walk & Children's Fun Run will be held Sunday, May 24, 2026, 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. This year's race features an 80's Theme with a costume contest, rubik's cube contest and 80's music played by EJ the DJ

Online Registration ends Wednesday, May 20 at 6:00pm.

Location: 52 North Market Street, Shamokin, PA 17872

This event will take you around the City of Shamokin. Proceeds benefit the Shamokin Area Business for Economic Revitalization (SABER), a 501c3 non-profit.

Location: Old State Rd, Elmhurst, PA 18444

North Pocono Runners are celebrating their 10 years as a free kids running club and are hosting a 10k on the new trail in Elmhurst, Pa. Come celebrate with us!

Location: 565 mt olivet rd, wyoming, PA 18644

Come join us for the Wyoming Valley Striders 34th Annual Spring Trail Run / 12th Annual Jen Stec Memorial contested over a challenging, primarily grass and earth trail in this age-group graded race on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at noon at Frances Slocum State Park in Wyoming.
This race is also in memory of Jen Stec, who was a friend to all runners and first female in this race six times. She died in 2013 at age 38.

Location: 280 Market Street, Kingston, PA 18704

The Society for Dogs with Anxiety presents the first annual FINE ARFS FIESTA & 5k9 Run, Walk & Waddle.

GRAB YOUR LEASH AND JOIN THE PACK!

The FINE ARFS FIESTA & 5K9 is an animal-assisted race that is fun for humans and their pets. Participants are encouraged to bring their well-behaved and leashed pets to run, walk, or waddle the course with them.

This fun run winds along the mighty Susquehanna River from the Wyoming Levee to Kirby Park in Kingston, Pennsylvania. The course is flat and paved. Proceeds from the race will help spread SonnyShine to Luzerne & Lackawanna Counties. SonnyShine is a piece of children's literature written by a woman from Scranton following the tragic loss of her nephew, Sonny Crotti. SonnyShine is an interactive workbook that teaches kindergarten through third grade children empathy and positive cognitive development skills.

The FINE ARFS FIESTA is a pop up community health event, that offers a safe space within which to discuss mental health. The Society for Dogs with Anxiety teaches people how to develop positive coping skills, including running and walking routines. The FINE ARFS FIESTA & 5K9 is not affiliated with, but is supportive of the Fine Arts Fiesta, which is held contemporaneous to the event on the square across the river in Wilkes Barre. Participants are encouraged to patronize the Fine Arts Fiesta, as well.

Enjoy food trucks, vendors, and live music in Kirby Park following the race. One pet per participant, please.

Location: 58 Firehouse Lane, Fleetville, PA 18420

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, the Scott Laird Hometown Heroes Scholarship Team will host a special 5K Walk/Run fundraiser in memory of Major Scott Laird, Bronze Star recipient, and Lackawanna Trail alumni.
A proud resident of Dalton, PA, Scott joined the army after graduating high school and served two distinguished tours of duty in Iraq and Kuwait. During his time in the military, Scott dreamed of the day he could return home to NEPA and begin building his future with his family, all the while giving back to the community he loved most.
100% of the proceeds from this 5K will be donated to The Hometown Heroes Scholarship. Established in 2021 in Scott’s honor, this scholarship aids future heroes in the community as they realize their own dreams, whether that be through military service, higher education, or a variety of honorable paths.

Location: 200 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18503

Join us for the Heroes of All Kinds 5K Run/Walk. All proceeds will benefit local Veterans and First Responders. The NEPA Armed Forces Parade will kick off following the race to honor the brave men and women serving in our nation's military.

Location: Harveys Lake, Harveys Lake, PA 18618

Revived in 2025, this legendary run returns to the heart of the Harvey’s Lake community. We’re back once again with a race designed to challenge both skill and stamina. Join us on May 16th for one unforgettable lap around the lake—8.2 stunning miles of scenic lakeshore. The course is remarkably flat and fast, offering an ideal setting for personal bests. Runners will enjoy a dedicated lane closed to traffic, with full course protection provided by local public safety and our dedicated volunteers.

Location: Kirby Park, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

Welcome to Jogs For Dogs, we are creating a 5K run/walk event. We are partnered with Blue Chip Farm Animal Rescue, and are here to push promotion for a better adoption of dogs. Within this 5K you are welcome to bring your own dog to join you on your adventure, and at the site you will be able to see dogs brought from Blue Chip.

Location: 382 Camp Kresge Ln, White Haven, PA 18661

When: Sunday, May 3, 2026, 10AM
Registration and packet pickup opens at 8:30 AM
Where: Camp Kresge, 382 Camp Kresge Ln, White Haven, PA 18661
Pre-registration ends Sunday, May 1st - $25 Day of Race is $30. A $6 processing fee will be added durring checkout.
Register before March 19th, 2026 and receive a Commemorative Race Tee
Awards:
Overall Top 3 finishers’ (male / female / child) will receive an award
Age Groups Male & Female: 12U, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Location: 420 S Mountain Blvd Mountain Top, PA US 18707, Mountaintop, PA 18707

Join us for our 4th Annual 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk!

Location: 160 market st, wilkes-barre, PA 18704

Join us on April 26, 2026 for our Cherry Blossom 5 Miler and celebrate spring in NEPA!
This exciting event will take place at Kirby Park, timed perfectly with the stunning cherry trees in full bloom. Be sure to check out the Cherry Blossom Festival happening in the park this weekend!

Location: 160 Market St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18704

This exciting event will take place at Kirby Park, timed perfectly with the stunning cherry trees in full bloom. Be sure to check out the Cherry Blossom Festival happening in the park this weekend!

Location: 86 Oak Street, Shickshinny, PA 18655

1 mile, 5k, 10k, Half, and 16 Miler! All out and back on the flat Susquehanna Warrior Trail to support Northwest Area Cross Country’s Running Rangers program!

Location: 94 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436

The ospreys are back! Each spring, these incredible raptors (Pandion haliaetus) return to Lacawac from their tropical wintering grounds—and we’re celebrating their arrival with our Spring 10K Run/Walk! Lace up for a scenic race through Lacawac’s trails and landscapes, all while supporting habitat conservation. Don’t miss the chance to run alongside nature and welcome back our resident osprey, nesting high above Heron Pond near the Education Center. This is a trail run through the trails at Lacawac Sanctuary.

Awards
10K Trail Run: Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female (cash awards), plus top three finishers in age groups: 15 and younger; 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K Walk: Non-competitive

Cost and Registration
Early Bird (through April 6):
10K Run – $25 (No Shirt) or $35 (With Shirt)
5K Walk – $20 (No Shirt) or $30 (With Shirt)
After April 6:
10K Run – $30 (No Shirt) or $40 (With Shirt)
5K Walk – $25 (No Shirt) or $35 (With Shirt)

Location: 59 parry street, Luzerne, PA 18709

BENEFITS:

Coffee Inclusive and The Jumpstart Cart
LOCATION:

Start and finish at Back Mountain Trail Course, 59 Parry St, Luzerne, Pa 18709
Limited parking will be onsite. Overflow parking will be available in downtown Luzerne and in the Luzerne Shopping Center. Please be mindful of Luzerne residents and do not block and driveways or egresses.

Location: 106 N Susquehanna Ave, Shickshinny, PA 18655

FUN EVENT! EASTER-THEMED! Flat, out-and-back. 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!

Location: 44 University Drive, Dallas, PA 18612

Join us on March 22, 2026 for our Winter’s End 4.5 Mile Run and say goodbye to winter as we kick off the spring running season together!

Location: 1 N Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

Proudly sponsored by The City of Wilkes-Barre, Mayor George Brown, and NEPA Racing, this community 5K begins and ends at Wilkes-Barre Public Square, 1 N. Main Street, placing you right in the heart of the celebration. All runners and walkers are welcome, and proceeds benefit colorectal cancer awareness.