Shiver by the River

FEB
7
2026
A community event in Scranton featuring a 5k, 10k and 2 mi walk with packet pickup options, age group awards, and a fundraising effort to help an individual facing stage 4 esophageal cancer.
Sat 7 Feb 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Shiver by the River #2 : Scranton, PA

Shiver by the River #2 is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 3 West Olive St, Scranton, PA 18508. The event offers multiple distances and includes packet pickup, registration details, awards, and a designated beneficiary.

Distances

  • 5k Run
  • 10k Run
  • 2 mi Walk

Entry fees shown on event materials list a pre registration price of $15 per event and a day of race price of $20. Packet pickup for pre registered participants is offered the day before at Scranton Running Co. from 12pm to 7pm. Day of registration and packet pickup are available on race day from 8:30am to 9:45am.

Awards are planned for the top overall male and female in both the 5k and 10k, and for the top male and female in the following age groups for both distances: 0 to 14, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, and 70 and over. The top overall walker will also receive an award.

The event lists course maps for the 5k and 10k. A fundraising component supports an individual undergoing treatment for stage 4 metastatic esophageal cancer, with donations collected via a GoFundMe campaign to assist with medical and related expenses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k Run
5 km
5k Run
2mi Walk