BZ Classic 5K
- Date Sun 28th June 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Ridgway, Pennsylvania
- Price $33.05
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 6th Annual BZ Classic 5K, taking place on Sunday, June 28, 2026, in the picturesque town of Ridgway, Elk County, Pennsylvania! This exciting race celebrates the legacy of Mr. Ben Zappa, a founding member of the Elk County Striders, and offers an incredible opportunity to run along the scenic Clarion-Little Toby rail-trail.
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competition, as awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each male and female age group. Pre-registration is just $30, and those who register by June 15th will receive a stylish race shirt. Don’t worry if you miss the pre-registration—race day registration will be available with no extra fee, although shirts will only be provided to early registrants. Join us for a fantastic day of running and celebration, and help honor the spirit of "BZ" in this memorable event!
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competition, as awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each male and female age group. Pre-registration is just $30, and those who register by June 15th will receive a stylish race shirt. Don’t worry if you miss the pre-registration—race day registration will be available with no extra fee, although shirts will only be provided to early registrants. Join us for a fantastic day of running and celebration, and help honor the spirit of "BZ" in this memorable event!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the 6th Annual BZ Classic 5K! This race is sponsored by the Elk County Striders, and is to honor Mr. Ben Zappa who is one of the founding members of the Striders' club back in 1983. This 5k runs along the Clarion-Little Toby rail-trail in historic Ridgway, PA. EACH PRE-REGISTERED ENTRANT WILL RECEIVE A RACE SHIRT IF PRE-REGISTERED BY JUNE 15TH.
Awards to 1st, 2nd, & 3rd in each male and female age group. Pre-registration is $30. WE WILL HAVE RACE DAY REGISTRATION!! NO EXTRA FEE FOR RACE DAY REGISTRATION! HOWEVER, NO SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR RACE DAY REGISTRANTS!
Here are a few simple things:
1) Depending on number of participants, runners will be sent out in waves. Timing chips will be disposable, so there is no need to turn them in post-race.
2) Packets will contain bibs, pins, timing chips, and t-shirt.
Come join the fun on a beautiful course, and help us honor a running legend known as "BZ"!
Awards to 1st, 2nd, & 3rd in each male and female age group. Pre-registration is $30. WE WILL HAVE RACE DAY REGISTRATION!! NO EXTRA FEE FOR RACE DAY REGISTRATION! HOWEVER, NO SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR RACE DAY REGISTRANTS!
Here are a few simple things:
1) Depending on number of participants, runners will be sent out in waves. Timing chips will be disposable, so there is no need to turn them in post-race.
2) Packets will contain bibs, pins, timing chips, and t-shirt.
Come join the fun on a beautiful course, and help us honor a running legend known as "BZ"!
Races
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BZ Classic 5K
Incl. $3.05 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 28th June 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.05
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