Run for the Elk Race Festival
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Event overview
The Run for the Elk Race Festival is a multi-distance running event in Emporium, Pennsylvania, scheduled for July 26, 2026. The event is held at the West Creek Industrial Trail, at E. 3rd and Chestnut St., Emporium, PA 15834. Distances offered include:
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Combo 5K and 10K
The full marathon is listed as a certified Boston Marathon qualifier. The marathon course is two loops. The 5K route goes out 1.55 miles and returns. The 10K route goes out 3.1 miles and returns.
Race services and policies
Entry fees listed for this event include typical prices of $80 for the full and half marathon, $40 for the 10K and 5K, and $65 for the combo 5K and 10K. All registrants receive a t-shirt, finisher medal and running socks. First-time half marathon and marathon finishers receive a commemorative plaque; the combo entry also lists a plaque as an option. Additional amenities include pizza and salad on-site, live/text/email results, free finish line photos and personalized bibs for registrations completed three weeks in advance.
Early start policy: no early starts for 5K and 10K. A single early start is available for the half and full; early-start runners are not eligible for awards. Awards: top overall and age-group awards are listed for all events; there will not be a formal awards ceremony. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
