Bird-in-Hand Half Marathon
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About the race
The Bird-in-Hand event is a multi-day running weekend held in Bird In Hand, Pennsylvania on September 10–11, 2027. Activities include road races, a kids run, and community meals at a single address on Old Philadelphia Pike.
Distances offered include:
- 13.1 miles (Half Marathon)
- 5K
- 16.2 miles (Fire Company Challenge, combines 5K and half marathon distance)
Course support for the half marathon includes six water and sports drink stations. During very warm weather, ice buckets and water sprinklers are available along the course. Minor areas of both the half marathon and 5K routes are unpaved and may be muddy or uneven during heavy rainfall.
Entry fees and event extras are listed per event. Examples from the event information include $100 for the half marathon, $35 for the 5K, $135 for the Fire Company Challenge, and $10 for the Kids Fun Run. The Kids Fun Run registration includes a one-size-fits-all cotton tee, a goodie bag, a race bib, and a medal. Friday evening pasta dinners are offered with separate pricing for age groups and include pizza and pasta, with a local shoofly pie mentioned.
Online registration opens October 1, 2026. Both the half marathon and the 5K sold out in 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
