Goose Day 5K
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Lewistown, Pennsylvania
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 48th annual Goose Day 5K Run on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the vibrant town of Lewistown, Mifflin County. This exciting event is a highlight of the unique Goose Day celebration, attracting runners of all ages to participate in a fast and flat course that’s perfect for achieving a personal record. With race distances set at 5 kilometers, the Goose Day 5K offers a fantastic opportunity for both seasoned athletes and families to enjoy a day of friendly competition and community spirit.
Participants can look forward to various awards, including trophies for the top overall male and female finishers, masters categories, and top finishers in nine age groups ranging from 10 & Under to 70 & Over. All pre-registered runners will receive a stylish technical race t-shirt, while proceeds from the event support local youth and high school running programs, including scholarships for graduating student-athletes. Don't miss out on this fun-filled day—register by September 23 to secure your spot, or join us on race day starting at 7:45 AM at the Old Mifflin County Courthouse. Get ready to run, celebrate, and make lasting memories at the Goose Day 5
Participants can look forward to various awards, including trophies for the top overall male and female finishers, masters categories, and top finishers in nine age groups ranging from 10 & Under to 70 & Over. All pre-registered runners will receive a stylish technical race t-shirt, while proceeds from the event support local youth and high school running programs, including scholarships for graduating student-athletes. Don't miss out on this fun-filled day—register by September 23 to secure your spot, or join us on race day starting at 7:45 AM at the Old Mifflin County Courthouse. Get ready to run, celebrate, and make lasting memories at the Goose Day 5
Organiser's Description
The 48th annual Goose Day 5K Run is an integral part of Mifflin County's unique Goose Day celebration in late September.
The course through the south end of Lewistown is fast, flat and perfect for a PR. There are trophies for the first overall male and female, first masters (40 & over) male and female, and the top three finishers in nine male and female age groups (10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over).
All pre-registered runners will receive a technical race t-shirt.
Proceeds from the race, which is organized by the Juniata Valley Striders, support youth and high school running programs, which includes the JV Junior Striders youth programs, and in 2026, the New Balance National Indoor Distance Medley champions and NB Outdoor DMR runners-up. We also award four $500 scholarships annually to graduating senior cross country and track and field student-athletes in Mifflin and Juniata Counties.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Pre-registration--$25
18 & Under--$20
Family Rates--$40 for two, $55 for three, $70 for four ($15 for each additional family member)
_PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 11:59 PM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23_
Race Day Registration (paper application only)--$35 (ALL RUNNERS)
Race Day Registration begins at 7:45 am at the Old Mifflin County Courthouse, Monument Square, Lewistown, PA
The course through the south end of Lewistown is fast, flat and perfect for a PR. There are trophies for the first overall male and female, first masters (40 & over) male and female, and the top three finishers in nine male and female age groups (10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over).
All pre-registered runners will receive a technical race t-shirt.
Proceeds from the race, which is organized by the Juniata Valley Striders, support youth and high school running programs, which includes the JV Junior Striders youth programs, and in 2026, the New Balance National Indoor Distance Medley champions and NB Outdoor DMR runners-up. We also award four $500 scholarships annually to graduating senior cross country and track and field student-athletes in Mifflin and Juniata Counties.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Pre-registration--$25
18 & Under--$20
Family Rates--$40 for two, $55 for three, $70 for four ($15 for each additional family member)
_PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 11:59 PM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23_
Race Day Registration (paper application only)--$35 (ALL RUNNERS)
Race Day Registration begins at 7:45 am at the Old Mifflin County Courthouse, Monument Square, Lewistown, PA
Races
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Goose Day 5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS TOMORROW
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Monument Square, Lewistown, 17044, PA, United States
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