Brian P. Kelly 2 Mile Footrace
- Date Sat 8th March 2025
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Scranton, Pennsylvania
- Price $13.72
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Brian P. Kelly 2 Mile Footrace, taking place on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in the vibrant city of Scranton, Lackawanna! This exciting race kicks off at 11:00 a.m. sharp, coinciding perfectly with the lively parade festivities. As the oldest road race in the Scranton area, the event promises a flat and enjoyable 2-mile course that features gently rolling hills, all set along the parade route.
Participants can register on race day from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at 341 N. Washington Ave, right across from City Hall. Registration will close promptly to ensure everyone is ready at the starting line, located at the corner of Vine and N. Washington. Runners will have a chance to win trophies for the top male and female finishers, as well as medals for the best runners in various age categories. Plus, the first 80 registered participants will receive a complimentary t-shirt! Don’t miss this chance to kick off the racing season with fun and community spirit before enjoying the parade festivities afterward. Join us for a day of excitement, competition, and celebration in Scranton
Participants can register on race day from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at 341 N. Washington Ave, right across from City Hall. Registration will close promptly to ensure everyone is ready at the starting line, located at the corner of Vine and N. Washington. Runners will have a chance to win trophies for the top male and female finishers, as well as medals for the best runners in various age categories. Plus, the first 80 registered participants will receive a complimentary t-shirt! Don’t miss this chance to kick off the racing season with fun and community spirit before enjoying the parade festivities afterward. Join us for a day of excitement, competition, and celebration in Scranton
Organiser's Description
START: 11:00 a.m. SHARP on the day of the parade. The race will immediately start at 11 am so that all runners will have time to pass the turn-around point quick enough so that the race does not hold up the parade.
RACE: This race is the first event of the season and is the oldest road race in the Scranton Area.
Course: This is a 2 mile course. The course is relatively flat with some gently rolling hills. The course will be run entirely on the parade route (see parade route map). It will be an out and back course. NOTICE: PLEASE STAY TO THE RIGHT AT ALL TIMES SO YOU DON'T INTERFERE WITH THE OTHER RUNNERS. The course route is subject to review and approval of the Race Director. Should changes be made, they will be announced prior to the start.
****PLEASE NOTE THE UPDATED LOCATION FOR PACKET PICK UP AND DAY OF REGISTRATION AS WELL AS THE AWARD CEREMONY****
REGISTRATION: Registration on the day of the race will be from 9am to 10:30am at 341 N. Washington Ave (Across from City Hall). Registration will end promptly so that runners can have time to get to the starting line (corner of Vine and N Washington). Runners who pre-registered will pick up their race numbers and t-shirts here as well. T-shirts are provided by our sponsors and will be given to the first 80 registered runners.
FINISH: The award ceremony will be held at 341 N Washington Ave (same place as registration) as soon as the race is completed. This is expected to be no later than 12:00pm, so that you can enjoy the parade.
AWARDS: Trophies will be awarded to the first & second place male & female runners overall. Medals will be awarded to the top 2 male & female runners in the following age categories: 12 and under, 13-17, 18-22, 23-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & over.
ENTRY FEES: Pre-registered runners = $12.00 by March 6 and Race Day Registration = $15.00.
RACE: This race is the first event of the season and is the oldest road race in the Scranton Area.
Course: This is a 2 mile course. The course is relatively flat with some gently rolling hills. The course will be run entirely on the parade route (see parade route map). It will be an out and back course. NOTICE: PLEASE STAY TO THE RIGHT AT ALL TIMES SO YOU DON'T INTERFERE WITH THE OTHER RUNNERS. The course route is subject to review and approval of the Race Director. Should changes be made, they will be announced prior to the start.
****PLEASE NOTE THE UPDATED LOCATION FOR PACKET PICK UP AND DAY OF REGISTRATION AS WELL AS THE AWARD CEREMONY****
REGISTRATION: Registration on the day of the race will be from 9am to 10:30am at 341 N. Washington Ave (Across from City Hall). Registration will end promptly so that runners can have time to get to the starting line (corner of Vine and N Washington). Runners who pre-registered will pick up their race numbers and t-shirts here as well. T-shirts are provided by our sponsors and will be given to the first 80 registered runners.
FINISH: The award ceremony will be held at 341 N Washington Ave (same place as registration) as soon as the race is completed. This is expected to be no later than 12:00pm, so that you can enjoy the parade.
AWARDS: Trophies will be awarded to the first & second place male & female runners overall. Medals will be awarded to the top 2 male & female runners in the following age categories: 12 and under, 13-17, 18-22, 23-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & over.
ENTRY FEES: Pre-registered runners = $12.00 by March 6 and Race Day Registration = $15.00.
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