Sticks & Biscuits Thanksgiving Day 5K
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Palmyra, Pennsylvania
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Sticks & Biscuits Thanksgiving Day 5K on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in beautiful Annville, Lebanon! This exciting event, organized by the Palmyra Ice Hockey Club, combines the spirit of Thanksgiving with a fun and competitive 5K race that celebrates local community and charity. Participants can choose from two waves, starting at 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, ensuring a fantastic experience for everyone. For those who prefer to run from home or cannot attend in person, a virtual racing option is also available.
As one of Central PA's most popular Thanksgiving Day events, the race features a certified, fast, and flat course, chip timing, and online results updated in real-time. Children aged 12 and under can join the fun with a 1-mile Kids Fun Run at 8:15 AM, making it a perfect family outing. Don't miss out on the opportunity to grab a long-sleeve tech shirt by registering before midnight on November 1st! With awards for top finishers and age group categories, this event promises to be an unforgettable Thanksgiving tradition while supporting local charities. Register early to secure your spot in this beloved community
As one of Central PA's most popular Thanksgiving Day events, the race features a certified, fast, and flat course, chip timing, and online results updated in real-time. Children aged 12 and under can join the fun with a 1-mile Kids Fun Run at 8:15 AM, making it a perfect family outing. Don't miss out on the opportunity to grab a long-sleeve tech shirt by registering before midnight on November 1st! With awards for top finishers and age group categories, this event promises to be an unforgettable Thanksgiving tradition while supporting local charities. Register early to secure your spot in this beloved community
Organiser's Description
What's the meaning of "Sticks and Biscuits"?
-- This Thanksgiving 5K is organized by the Palmyra Ice Hockey Club, which uses "Sticks", and "Biscuits" is hockey slang for the puck.
The Sticks & Biscuits is one of the most successful Thanksgiving Day 5K's in Central PA. In order to give all participants the best possible experience, this year's race will offer two waves, an 8am start and a 9am start. We will also offer the option of racing virtually for people who are not comfortable racing in person, not in the area, or after the in person field is full. ENTRIES RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT ON NOVEMBER 1ST ALSO GET OUR FAMOUS LONG-SLEEVE TECH SHIRT! After 11/1, shirts will be available for sale on a first come first serve basis. This year's race helps fund the Palmyra Ice Hockey Club and also benefits local charities.
Amenities:
* Chip Timing (Start and Finish) with disposable chips
* Online results updated during race
* Certified, Fast, Flat Course (USATF PA 14051WB)
* Post-Race food and drink
RACE SCHEDULE:
* 5K 1st wave starts at 8:00am
* 5K 2nd wave starts at 9:00am
* Kids Fun Run at 8:15 (1 mile, kids age 12 and under, on the adjoining turf field). Weather permitting, Kids Run will not be held if the turf field is covered in too much snow.
Note: This race comes close to selling out in advance every year, so on-line registration is strongly recommended (online registration is easier and faster if you have birthdates and shirt sizes ready for all family members you are registering for the event).
5K Awards: First Overall Male and Female, plus gender-specific age groups: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (Note: Runners must finish in 40 minutes or less to be eligible for awards ceremony. Participants finishing after 40 minutes will still be timed and will still be scored.)
Prices:
* 5K Run/Walk through November 1= $35
* 5K Run/Walk after November 1= $40
* 5K in person at 11/20 or 11/23 Packet Pickup = $40
* Kids Fun Run (Ages 3-12) through November 3 = $15
* Kids Fun Run (Ages 3-12) after November 3 = $20
-- This Thanksgiving 5K is organized by the Palmyra Ice Hockey Club, which uses "Sticks", and "Biscuits" is hockey slang for the puck.
The Sticks & Biscuits is one of the most successful Thanksgiving Day 5K's in Central PA. In order to give all participants the best possible experience, this year's race will offer two waves, an 8am start and a 9am start. We will also offer the option of racing virtually for people who are not comfortable racing in person, not in the area, or after the in person field is full. ENTRIES RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT ON NOVEMBER 1ST ALSO GET OUR FAMOUS LONG-SLEEVE TECH SHIRT! After 11/1, shirts will be available for sale on a first come first serve basis. This year's race helps fund the Palmyra Ice Hockey Club and also benefits local charities.
Amenities:
* Chip Timing (Start and Finish) with disposable chips
* Online results updated during race
* Certified, Fast, Flat Course (USATF PA 14051WB)
* Post-Race food and drink
RACE SCHEDULE:
* 5K 1st wave starts at 8:00am
* 5K 2nd wave starts at 9:00am
* Kids Fun Run at 8:15 (1 mile, kids age 12 and under, on the adjoining turf field). Weather permitting, Kids Run will not be held if the turf field is covered in too much snow.
Note: This race comes close to selling out in advance every year, so on-line registration is strongly recommended (online registration is easier and faster if you have birthdates and shirt sizes ready for all family members you are registering for the event).
5K Awards: First Overall Male and Female, plus gender-specific age groups: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (Note: Runners must finish in 40 minutes or less to be eligible for awards ceremony. Participants finishing after 40 minutes will still be timed and will still be scored.)
Prices:
* 5K Run/Walk through November 1= $35
* 5K Run/Walk after November 1= $40
* 5K in person at 11/20 or 11/23 Packet Pickup = $40
* Kids Fun Run (Ages 3-12) through November 3 = $15
* Kids Fun Run (Ages 3-12) after November 3 = $20
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