2026 Race Against Racism

Saturday, April 25, 2026 Past event

8:30 AM EDT

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

$6.94–$44.30 · 3 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the inspiring 2026 Race Against Racism on Saturday, April 25th, 2026, taking place in the beautiful Musser Park. This event is not just a 5K race; it’s a powerful statement against racism and a celebration of equality for everyone, especially women, girls, and people of color. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, your involvement sends a strong message: together, we are unstoppable in our quest for justice and transformation.

The day kicks off early with registration and packet pickup starting at 7:00 AM, followed by exciting activities including a 200-yard Kids Fun Run at 8:30 AM and the main 5K race starting at 9:00 AM. As we unite for this cause, every dollar raised will support YWCA Lancaster's Center for Racial and Gender Equity and their essential programs focused on education, training, and advocacy. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this historical moment—register now and take your first step toward a better future!

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Races

5k Adult - Ages 15 & Older

Incl. $4.30 Fee & Adult T-Shirt

9:00 AM EDT

$44.30

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5k Youth - Ages 14 & Under

Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

*Scholarships are available for Lancaster County Students. To hear more, call 717-393-1735

9:00 AM EDT

$22.95

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Kid's Fun Run

Incl. $1.94 Fee & T-Shirt

The distances for the kid's run are: 0.1 miles (200 yards) 0.3 miles 0.5 miles

8:30 AM EDT

$6.94

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Organiser's description

WHY RACE?

This isnt just a 5K; its a statement. Every stride, every voice, every united effort sends a powerful message: we will not stop until racism is dismantled, institutions are transformed, and every personespecially women, girls, and people of coloris celebrated as Equal. Powerful. Unstoppable.
Every dollar raised supports YWCA Lancaster's Center for Racial and Gender Equity https://ywcalancaster.org/crge (CRGE) and YWCA Lancasters essential education, training, advocacy, and community transformation programs.

Dont just watch history happenbe part of it. REGISTER NOW AND TAKE YOUR FIRST STEP TOWARD A BETTER FUTURE!

RACE AGAINST RACISM IS HELD ON SATURDAY, APRIL 25, RAIN OR SHINE. Visit our Participant Information Page https://www.givesignup.org/Race/YWCALancasterRaceAgainstRacism/Page/info for more detailed information on the event.

* Registration Opens January 1, 2026
* Early Bird Registration Ends April 5, 2026
* Deadline for Teams is April 5, 2026

RACE DAY SCHEDULE:

7:00 AM Day of Registration & Day Of Packet Pickup
8:00 AM Gather in Musser Park for announcements, instructions, & the race start
8:30 AM 200 Yard Kids Fun Run
9:00 AM 5K Race Start
10:05 AM approximately- Awards will be announced from the Portico in Musser Park as results come in.

WANT TO HELP MAKE THE RACE HAPPEN?

Contact Stacie Blake at [email protected] 727.215.8318.