Run For The Diamonds
Thursday, November 26, 2026
10:00 AM EST
Berwick, Pennsylvania
$38.50 · 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exhilarating Run For The Diamonds, an annual Thanksgiving Day tradition held on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in the charming town of Berwick, Pennsylvania. This iconic 9-mile road race, which has been captivating runners since 1908, promises to be a highlight of the holiday season. With a course record award of $3,000 and the first 1,300 participants receiving a stylish long sleeve moisture-wicking shirt, this event is sure to attract both seasoned runners and enthusiastic newcomers alike.
Race Day kicks off at 10:00 AM with a mass start, and registration will be available in person for a fee of $50. To ensure a smooth experience, participants can pick up their race packets on Wednesday, November 25, from 1 PM to 7 PM, or on race day from 8 AM until 9:40 AM at the Elks. Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic event that brings together the community in the spirit of Thanksgiving!
Race Day kicks off at 10:00 AM with a mass start, and registration will be available in person for a fee of $50. To ensure a smooth experience, participants can pick up their race packets on Wednesday, November 25, from 1 PM to 7 PM, or on race day from 8 AM until 9:40 AM at the Elks. Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic event that brings together the community in the spirit of Thanksgiving!
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Organiser's description
The Run For The Diamonds is an annual Thanksgiving Day 9-mile road race which takes place in Berwick, Pennsylvania, United States. The race started in 1908 and has only been cancelled two years, 1918 & 1919.
The first 1,300 runners will receive a long sleeve moisture wicking shirt. Course record award is now $3,000.
Race Day registration will be available in person only. Cash or check only. $50
START TIMES:
10:00AM - Mass Start
RACE ENTRY:
Sept 1 - Oct 31: $35 plus $3 processing fee
Nov 1 - Nov 21: $45 plus $3 processing fee
The race fee is refundable if the race is cancelled The $3 processing fee is non-refundable.
Previous overall race winners and diamond winners from 2025 can contact [email protected] for race entry code.
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet pickup will be 1PM -7PM on Wednesday, November 25 at the Elks. Packet pickup will be 8AM until 9:40AM on race day at the Elks. Race Day registration will be available in person only. Cash or check only. $50
The first 1,300 runners will receive a long sleeve moisture wicking shirt.
***The race will follow ALL State and CDC Guidelines.
Questions regarding the race please contact [email protected]
The first 1,300 runners will receive a long sleeve moisture wicking shirt. Course record award is now $3,000.
Race Day registration will be available in person only. Cash or check only. $50
START TIMES:
10:00AM - Mass Start
RACE ENTRY:
Sept 1 - Oct 31: $35 plus $3 processing fee
Nov 1 - Nov 21: $45 plus $3 processing fee
The race fee is refundable if the race is cancelled The $3 processing fee is non-refundable.
Previous overall race winners and diamond winners from 2025 can contact [email protected] for race entry code.
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet pickup will be 1PM -7PM on Wednesday, November 25 at the Elks. Packet pickup will be 8AM until 9:40AM on race day at the Elks. Race Day registration will be available in person only. Cash or check only. $50
The first 1,300 runners will receive a long sleeve moisture wicking shirt.
***The race will follow ALL State and CDC Guidelines.
Questions regarding the race please contact [email protected]
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Location
Elks Lodge, 117 West 2nd Street, Berwick, 18603, PA, United States
Run For The Diamonds
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