Groundhog Festival 5k
- Date Fri 3rd July 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania
- Price $22.45
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the Groundhog Festival 5K on Friday, July 3, 2026, in the charming town of Punxsutawney, Jefferson! This exciting event invites runners and walkers of all ages to participate in a lively out-and-back race course that winds through the heart of downtown. The race kicks off at 6:30 PM, with registration available at the SHADOW HOTEL next to Barclay Park starting at 5:00 PM.
Participants will enjoy a scenic route along Main Street before turning onto Chestnut Street, making it a perfect opportunity to soak in the festive atmosphere. With awards for the top three overall finishers and age group categories ranging from 1 to 70+, there's a chance for everyone to shine. Don't miss out on the early registration fee of just $20 until June 26, and be sure to register by June 23 to guarantee your event t-shirt. Join us for a memorable evening of community spirit and excitement at the Groundhog Festival 5K!
Participants will enjoy a scenic route along Main Street before turning onto Chestnut Street, making it a perfect opportunity to soak in the festive atmosphere. With awards for the top three overall finishers and age group categories ranging from 1 to 70+, there's a chance for everyone to shine. Don't miss out on the early registration fee of just $20 until June 26, and be sure to register by June 23 to guarantee your event t-shirt. Join us for a memorable evening of community spirit and excitement at the Groundhog Festival 5K!
Organiser's Description
Registration is at the SHADOW HOTEL next to Barclay Park in downtown Punxsutawney from 5:00 pm till race start at 6:30 pm.
WALKERS ARE WELCOMED.
RACE COURSE:
This is an out-and-back course going down Main Street, Punxsutawney, and then taking a right onto Chestnut Street. You will continue down Chestnut Street until the end of the road and then make a slight left to the turn around.
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall, age groups 1-14,15-19,20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70+
REGISTRATION AND T-SHIRTS
ONLY a $20 registration fee until June 26.
Register by June 23 to ensure you will receive a t-shirt.
WALKERS ARE WELCOMED.
RACE COURSE:
This is an out-and-back course going down Main Street, Punxsutawney, and then taking a right onto Chestnut Street. You will continue down Chestnut Street until the end of the road and then make a slight left to the turn around.
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall, age groups 1-14,15-19,20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70+
REGISTRATION AND T-SHIRTS
ONLY a $20 registration fee until June 26.
Register by June 23 to ensure you will receive a t-shirt.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 3rd July 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$22.45
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200 E Mahoning St, Punxsutawney, 15767, PA, United States
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