Hair of the Bear 15K & 5K
From Good Day for a Run
- Date Sun 29th March 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Shawnee On Delaware, Pennsylvania
- Price $51.88 - $62.48
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Hair of the Bear 15K & 5K, hosted by Good Day for a Run on Sunday, March 29, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Shawnee on Delaware in Monroe County, this annual race has quickly become a beloved tradition, now in its 7th year. With just under 20 spots remaining, it's time to secure your place in this exciting event!
Participants can choose between two fantastic race distances: a 5K course that is 90% paved and perfect for all ages, including walkers and children, and a challenging 15K route that showcases the breathtaking McDade Trail system along the Delaware River. Both races are professionally chip-timed, ensuring a smooth and accurate experience for every runner. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a delicious brunch buffet provided by Shawnee Inn, along with a complimentary Shawneecraft beer for those 21 and older. Don't miss out on this incredible day of fun, fitness, and community—register today for the Hair of the Bear 15K & 5K!
Participants can choose between two fantastic race distances: a 5K course that is 90% paved and perfect for all ages, including walkers and children, and a challenging 15K route that showcases the breathtaking McDade Trail system along the Delaware River. Both races are professionally chip-timed, ensuring a smooth and accurate experience for every runner. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a delicious brunch buffet provided by Shawnee Inn, along with a complimentary Shawneecraft beer for those 21 and older. Don't miss out on this incredible day of fun, fitness, and community—register today for the Hair of the Bear 15K & 5K!
Organiser's Description
ALMOST SOLD OUT! UNDER 20 SPOTS REMAIN.
SHAWNEECRAFT BREWING CO. PRESENTS THE _HAIR OF THE BEAR 15K & 5K! _A FUN AND MEMORABLE TRADITION CONTINUES AS WE CELEBRATE OUR 7TH ANNUAL "GOOD DAY FOR A RUN" RACE LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL AND TRANQUIL POCONO MOUNTAINS...BEGINS AND ENDS AT SHAWNEE INN AND SHAWNEECRAFT BREWING COMPANY'S AMAZING PROPERTY. PERFECT FOR ALL AGES, BEGINNERS, AND SEASONED RUNNERS_....REGISTER TODAY! _
THE RUN:
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PROFESSIONALLY CHIP-TIMED RACES START AT 9 AM
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2 COURSES:
*
5K COURSE IS 90% PAVED, WELL MARKED, AND TAKES PLACE ON PROPERTY AND NEIGHBORING ROADS OF SHAWNEE INN. WALKERS AND CHILDREN WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE AND MUST BE REGISTERED FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL RUNNERS & WALKERS. (TIME LIMIT - 1 HOUR FOR 5K)
*
15K COURSE STARTS/FINISHES AT THE BREWERY. INCLUDES ABOUT 5 MILES ON THE BEAUTIFUL AND WELL MAINTAINED MCDADE TRAIL SYSTEM ALONG THE DELAWARE RIVER, PLUS APPROXIMATELY 4 MILES OF PAVED ROADS. (TIME LIMIT - 2.5 HOURS FOR 15K)
*
WATER STATIONS AND COURSE MARSHALS AT IMPORTANT COURSE LOCATIONS
THE POST RACE FUN:
*
RACE FINISHERS ENJOY A BRUNCH BUFFET PROVIDED BY SHAWNEE INN - INCLUDED!
*
1 COMPLIMENTARY SHAWNEECRAFT BEER (AGE 21+) SODA AVAILABLE AT FINISH FOR <21.
*
LIVE MUSIC IN THE BREWERY THAT BEGINS AT 9:45 AM AND CONTINUES AFTER AWARDS UNTIL NOON
*
AWARD MEDALS FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND AGE GROUP MALE & FEMALE WINNERS (14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, AND EVERY 10 YRS)
THE SWAG AND OTHER COOL STUFF:
*
HIGH-QUALITY CUSTOM SHIRT - MEN'S/UNISEX, WOMEN'S AND YOUTH SIZES OR UPGRADE TO LONG SLEEVE FOR $6 EXTRA. *PLEASE REGISTER BY MARCH 15 TO GUARANTEE FIRST CHOICE. MANY EXTRAS ARE ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST AFTER MAR.15
*
CUSTOM FINISHER MEDALS INCLUDED FOR 15K AND 5K FINISHERS
*
CUSTOM BEER GLASS INCLUDED
*
FREE DOWNLOADABLE RACE AND AFTER-PARTY PHOTOS. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER ON STAFF.
*
SPECIAL ROOM RATES AT SHAWNEE INN RESORT (WHILE AVAILABLE). CALL 1-800-742-9633 TO BOOK YOUR ROOM AND USE CODE "HAIR OF THE BEAR" FOR YOUR SAVINGS (APPROX. $40 PER NIGHT). LIMITED ROOM SUPPLY
VALUABLE LINKS:
*
SHAWNEE INN & GOLF RESORT: POCONO RESORT ON THE DELAWARE RIVER - LINK [https://www.shawneeinn.com/]
*
SHAWNEECRAFT BREWING COMPANY - LINK [https://www.shawneeinn.com/shawneecraft-brewery/]
*
SPECTATORS WELCOME. FOOD AND BEER AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AFTER RACE FOR SPECTATORS.
*
RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS.
PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY @ 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM AT GOOD DAY FOR A RUN TENT. ARRIVE BY 8:30 AM TO CHECK-IN.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE DRINK TICKET & FREE FUTURE RACE! VISIT "VOLUNTEER" TAB FOR DETAILS & SIGN UP!
INVITE FACEBOOK FRIENDS ON EVENT PAGE HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/804435829145625 [https://www.facebook.com/events/804435829145625]
SHAWNEECRAFT BREWING CO. PRESENTS THE _HAIR OF THE BEAR 15K & 5K! _A FUN AND MEMORABLE TRADITION CONTINUES AS WE CELEBRATE OUR 7TH ANNUAL "GOOD DAY FOR A RUN" RACE LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL AND TRANQUIL POCONO MOUNTAINS...BEGINS AND ENDS AT SHAWNEE INN AND SHAWNEECRAFT BREWING COMPANY'S AMAZING PROPERTY. PERFECT FOR ALL AGES, BEGINNERS, AND SEASONED RUNNERS_....REGISTER TODAY! _
THE RUN:
*
PROFESSIONALLY CHIP-TIMED RACES START AT 9 AM
*
2 COURSES:
*
5K COURSE IS 90% PAVED, WELL MARKED, AND TAKES PLACE ON PROPERTY AND NEIGHBORING ROADS OF SHAWNEE INN. WALKERS AND CHILDREN WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE AND MUST BE REGISTERED FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL RUNNERS & WALKERS. (TIME LIMIT - 1 HOUR FOR 5K)
*
15K COURSE STARTS/FINISHES AT THE BREWERY. INCLUDES ABOUT 5 MILES ON THE BEAUTIFUL AND WELL MAINTAINED MCDADE TRAIL SYSTEM ALONG THE DELAWARE RIVER, PLUS APPROXIMATELY 4 MILES OF PAVED ROADS. (TIME LIMIT - 2.5 HOURS FOR 15K)
*
WATER STATIONS AND COURSE MARSHALS AT IMPORTANT COURSE LOCATIONS
THE POST RACE FUN:
*
RACE FINISHERS ENJOY A BRUNCH BUFFET PROVIDED BY SHAWNEE INN - INCLUDED!
*
1 COMPLIMENTARY SHAWNEECRAFT BEER (AGE 21+) SODA AVAILABLE AT FINISH FOR <21.
*
LIVE MUSIC IN THE BREWERY THAT BEGINS AT 9:45 AM AND CONTINUES AFTER AWARDS UNTIL NOON
*
AWARD MEDALS FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND AGE GROUP MALE & FEMALE WINNERS (14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, AND EVERY 10 YRS)
THE SWAG AND OTHER COOL STUFF:
*
HIGH-QUALITY CUSTOM SHIRT - MEN'S/UNISEX, WOMEN'S AND YOUTH SIZES OR UPGRADE TO LONG SLEEVE FOR $6 EXTRA. *PLEASE REGISTER BY MARCH 15 TO GUARANTEE FIRST CHOICE. MANY EXTRAS ARE ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST AFTER MAR.15
*
CUSTOM FINISHER MEDALS INCLUDED FOR 15K AND 5K FINISHERS
*
CUSTOM BEER GLASS INCLUDED
*
FREE DOWNLOADABLE RACE AND AFTER-PARTY PHOTOS. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER ON STAFF.
*
SPECIAL ROOM RATES AT SHAWNEE INN RESORT (WHILE AVAILABLE). CALL 1-800-742-9633 TO BOOK YOUR ROOM AND USE CODE "HAIR OF THE BEAR" FOR YOUR SAVINGS (APPROX. $40 PER NIGHT). LIMITED ROOM SUPPLY
VALUABLE LINKS:
*
SHAWNEE INN & GOLF RESORT: POCONO RESORT ON THE DELAWARE RIVER - LINK [https://www.shawneeinn.com/]
*
SHAWNEECRAFT BREWING COMPANY - LINK [https://www.shawneeinn.com/shawneecraft-brewery/]
*
SPECTATORS WELCOME. FOOD AND BEER AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AFTER RACE FOR SPECTATORS.
*
RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS.
PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY @ 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM AT GOOD DAY FOR A RUN TENT. ARRIVE BY 8:30 AM TO CHECK-IN.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE DRINK TICKET & FREE FUTURE RACE! VISIT "VOLUNTEER" TAB FOR DETAILS & SIGN UP!
INVITE FACEBOOK FRIENDS ON EVENT PAGE HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/804435829145625 [https://www.facebook.com/events/804435829145625]
Races
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15K Run
Incl. $4.48 Fee & Upgraded Race Shirt
Sun 29th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$62.48
2.5 Hours Time Limit -
5k
Incl. $3.88 Fee & Upgraded Race Shirt
Sun 29th March 2026 (9:06AM EDT)
$51.88
5K Walkers start behind the runners at 9:06 AM and must be registered to be on course for safety of all participants.
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Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort, 1 River Road, Shawnee On Delaware, 18356, PA, United States
Hair of the Bear 15K & 5K
