Run for the Elk Race Festival
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Run for the Elk Race Festival : Emporium, PA
The Run for the Elk Race Festival takes place on July 26, 2026 at the West Creek Industrial Trail, E. 3rd and Chestnut Street, Emporium, PA 15834. The event is held rain or shine and offers multiple race distances:
- Marathon (26.2 miles)
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- 10K
- 5K
Race details and amenities
All registrants receive a t-shirt, finisher medal and a pair of running socks. First-time finishers of the half marathon, marathon and combination events receive a plaque. Additional amenities include pizza and salad at the finish, live results (text/email), free finish-line photos, and personalized bibs for runners who register at least three weeks in advance.
The marathon course is certified (PA22017NP) and is run as two loops. The 5K course goes out 1.55 miles and returns; the 10K goes out 3.1 miles and returns. There is a 4 hour time limit for the half marathon, 10K and 5K. An early start option is available for the half and full marathon with restrictions; early starters are not eligible for awards. Awards are available for top overall finishers and top age-group finishers in male, female and X categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.