Run for the Haven 5K
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Lancaster, Pennsylvania
- Price $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and fitness at the Run for the Haven 5K on Saturday, March 28th, 2026, in beautiful Lancaster, Pennsylvania! This uplifting event, taking place at Calvary Church, is not just a race; it’s an opportunity to support The Haven of Lancaster, a vital resource for Afghan refugees seeking to build a new life in the United States. Participants can choose to take on the 5K (3.1 miles) or join the fun with a 1-Mile Fun Run.
Kick off your morning with check-in starting at 7:30 a.m., followed by the race beginning at 8:30 a.m. The 5K will be professionally timed, with awards for the top three male and female finishers, as well as age group winners. All registered runners by March 15th will receive a custom race shirt, so don’t miss out! Plus, for those who can’t make it in person, a virtual challenge option is available, allowing you to participate from anywhere. Join us to run, walk, and celebrate community on this special day!
Kick off your morning with check-in starting at 7:30 a.m., followed by the race beginning at 8:30 a.m. The 5K will be professionally timed, with awards for the top three male and female finishers, as well as age group winners. All registered runners by March 15th will receive a custom race shirt, so don’t miss out! Plus, for those who can’t make it in person, a virtual challenge option is available, allowing you to participate from anywhere. Join us to run, walk, and celebrate community on this special day!
Organiser's Description
Join us on Saturday, March 28th, for the 2026 Run for the Haven 5K in support of The Haven of Lancaster. The Haven is a life and learning community for Afghan refugees in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The focus of the Haven is to provide a safe space for Afghans to build a community here in the US where they can receive healing and develop the tools they need for cultural adaptation.
RACE DATE: Saturday, March 28th
LOCATION: Calvary Church
1051 Landis Valley Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
CHECKIN: 7:30am - 8:20am
RACE START: 8:30am
DISTANCES: 5K (3.1 miles) or
1Mile Fun Run
TIMING: The 5K will be professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Co.
The 1Mile distance is a fun run and will not be timed
5K AWARDS: Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top Male and Female Per Age Group (1-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+)
SWAG: All Runners Registered by March 15th will receive a custom race shirt
We have ordered extra shirts available to additional runners on a first come basis while supplies last
PRICING: Early Registration until Friday, March 27, 11:59am = $35pp
Race Weekend Registration (Friday, March 27, 12:00pm - Race Start) = $40pp
Children 12 and Under with a Registered Adult = $20/child
VIRTUAL: We also offer a virtual challenge for those who cannot join us on March 28th. Register and run or walk any distance
during the week of the race to complete the virtual challenge. You can walk on a trail, around your neighborhood,
in the mall, on a treadmill or wherever you like. All virtual participants will be mailed the official Run the Haven 5K
race shirt the week following the run. Pricing for the Virtual Challenge is $40/adult and $30/child 12 and under.
RACE MAPS
5K: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2915613
1M: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2915617
Note: If you hit the "Play Animation" arrow in the bottom left corner of the map the pointer will run you through the course.
RACE DATE: Saturday, March 28th
LOCATION: Calvary Church
1051 Landis Valley Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
CHECKIN: 7:30am - 8:20am
RACE START: 8:30am
DISTANCES: 5K (3.1 miles) or
1Mile Fun Run
TIMING: The 5K will be professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Co.
The 1Mile distance is a fun run and will not be timed
5K AWARDS: Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top Male and Female Per Age Group (1-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+)
SWAG: All Runners Registered by March 15th will receive a custom race shirt
We have ordered extra shirts available to additional runners on a first come basis while supplies last
PRICING: Early Registration until Friday, March 27, 11:59am = $35pp
Race Weekend Registration (Friday, March 27, 12:00pm - Race Start) = $40pp
Children 12 and Under with a Registered Adult = $20/child
VIRTUAL: We also offer a virtual challenge for those who cannot join us on March 28th. Register and run or walk any distance
during the week of the race to complete the virtual challenge. You can walk on a trail, around your neighborhood,
in the mall, on a treadmill or wherever you like. All virtual participants will be mailed the official Run the Haven 5K
race shirt the week following the run. Pricing for the Virtual Challenge is $40/adult and $30/child 12 and under.
RACE MAPS
5K: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2915613
1M: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2915617
Note: If you hit the "Play Animation" arrow in the bottom left corner of the map the pointer will run you through the course.
Races
-
Run for the Haven 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSED -
Run for the Haven 1Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSED -
Run for the Haven Virtual Challenge
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
CLOSED
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