Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
- Date Sat 19th July 2025
- Time 9:15AM EST
- Location Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
- Price $43.40 - $85.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Great Appalachian Valley Race, taking place on Saturday, July 19, 2025, in the picturesque town of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. This vibrant event features three exciting race distances: a scenic Half Marathon, a quick-paced 10K, and a fun-filled 5K, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this race welcomes everyone, including families and walkers, ensuring a joyful atmosphere for participants of all ages. With a fast, flat trail and a four-hour time limit for all events, it's the perfect setting to achieve your personal best. Plus, first-time half marathon finishers will be honored with a special plaque, commemorating their achievement. Participants can look forward to a fantastic post-race celebration with food and drinks, as well as high-quality swag, including a beautiful medal, a t-shirt, and stylish running socks. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community at the Great Appalachian Valley Race!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this race welcomes everyone, including families and walkers, ensuring a joyful atmosphere for participants of all ages. With a fast, flat trail and a four-hour time limit for all events, it's the perfect setting to achieve your personal best. Plus, first-time half marathon finishers will be honored with a special plaque, commemorating their achievement. Participants can look forward to a fantastic post-race celebration with food and drinks, as well as high-quality swag, including a beautiful medal, a t-shirt, and stylish running socks. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community at the Great Appalachian Valley Race!
Organiser's Description
GREAT APPALACHIAN VALLEY RACE: HALF MARATHON, 10K AND 5K
JULY 19, 2025 IN SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257
_RUN THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE IN PENNSYLVANIA!_
_RACE DAY NOTES--CLICK OR TAP HERE!_ [https://runsignup.com/Race/GreatAppalachianValleyRaceHalfMarathon10Kand5K/Page-15]
* Run on a fast, flat trail through the lush, scenic countryside.
* Walkers and families are welcome.
* There will be food and drink post-race.
* 4 hour time limit for all events.
* All first time half marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half or full marathon finish. The athletes will also receive their finishers medal. Find Mark at the end of the race and let him know you ran your first half.
* We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration option that has their own awards categories: overall and age groups.
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_FAST FINISHES_ has partnered with _RUN LOVE RUN_ for professional coaching services. You can find more information about them by the dropdown link or by going to their website www.RunLoveRun.com.
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SWAG
Fast Finishes is known for high-end, well-designed SWAG at our events. Entry fees will include:
* Beautiful Medal and Lanyard
* T-shirt
* Running ankle socks with our fast-finishes logo
_2023 Medal_
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_I RUN FOR FUN SOCKS
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_All of our events feature a 10% discount on race entry for all service members and their family. Military discount link. [https://runsignup.com/Race/GreatAppalachianValleyRaceHalfMarathon10Kand5K/Page-13]_
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Contact Mark Hughes at [email protected]. We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our races. For additional information and race updates please check our website: FAST-FINISHES.COM [http://WWW.FAST-FINISHES.COM]. Thank you for participating in _FAST FINISHES EVENTS! [https://runsignup.com/fast-finishes.com]___
_IMAGE BY PAUL BRENNAN [https://pixabay.com/photos/appalachian-mountains-dahlonega-2680454/] FROM PIXABAY_
JULY 19, 2025 IN SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257
_RUN THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE IN PENNSYLVANIA!_
_RACE DAY NOTES--CLICK OR TAP HERE!_ [https://runsignup.com/Race/GreatAppalachianValleyRaceHalfMarathon10Kand5K/Page-15]
* Run on a fast, flat trail through the lush, scenic countryside.
* Walkers and families are welcome.
* There will be food and drink post-race.
* 4 hour time limit for all events.
* All first time half marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half or full marathon finish. The athletes will also receive their finishers medal. Find Mark at the end of the race and let him know you ran your first half.
* We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration option that has their own awards categories: overall and age groups.
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_FAST FINISHES_ has partnered with _RUN LOVE RUN_ for professional coaching services. You can find more information about them by the dropdown link or by going to their website www.RunLoveRun.com.
-------------------------
SWAG
Fast Finishes is known for high-end, well-designed SWAG at our events. Entry fees will include:
* Beautiful Medal and Lanyard
* T-shirt
* Running ankle socks with our fast-finishes logo
_2023 Medal_
-------------------------
_I RUN FOR FUN SOCKS
_
__
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_All of our events feature a 10% discount on race entry for all service members and their family. Military discount link. [https://runsignup.com/Race/GreatAppalachianValleyRaceHalfMarathon10Kand5K/Page-13]_
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Contact Mark Hughes at [email protected]. We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our races. For additional information and race updates please check our website: FAST-FINISHES.COM [http://WWW.FAST-FINISHES.COM]. Thank you for participating in _FAST FINISHES EVENTS! [https://runsignup.com/fast-finishes.com]___
_IMAGE BY PAUL BRENNAN [https://pixabay.com/photos/appalachian-mountains-dahlonega-2680454/] FROM PIXABAY_
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$85.80
4 hour TIME LIMIT. Early start available for the half marathon if you need additional time. Our registration entry fees include a race t-shirt, finisher medal and fast-finishes running socks. -
10k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th July 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$43.40
4 hour TIME LIMIT. Our registration entry fees include a race t-shirt, finisher medal and fast-finishes running socks. -
5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th July 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$43.40
Our registration entry fees include a race t-shirt, finisher medal and fast-finishes running socks. -
Combo 5K and 10K
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th July 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$69.90
Our registration entry fees include a finisher medal and fast-finishes running socks.
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