Sticks & Biscuits Thanksgiving Day 5K
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Location Palmyra, Pennsylvania
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Sticks & Biscuits Thanksgiving Day 5K on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in the charming town of Annville, Lebanon! This exciting event, hosted by the Palmyra Ice Hockey Club, combines the spirit of Thanksgiving with the thrill of running, making it one of Central PA's most popular races. With two race waves starting at 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, participants can enjoy a certified, fast, and flat 5K course, or opt for the virtual racing option if they prefer to join from afar.
The race also features a fun one-mile Kids Fun Run for children aged 12 and under at 8:15 AM, ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere. Sign up by November 1 to secure your exclusive long-sleeve Dri-Fit "Tech" shirt! Not only does this event promote health and fitness, but it also supports local charities and the Palmyra Ice Hockey Club. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration—register early as spots tend to fill up quickly!
The race also features a fun one-mile Kids Fun Run for children aged 12 and under at 8:15 AM, ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere. Sign up by November 1 to secure your exclusive long-sleeve Dri-Fit "Tech" shirt! Not only does this event promote health and fitness, but it also supports local charities and the Palmyra Ice Hockey Club. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration—register early as spots tend to fill up quickly!
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
5K entries rec'd by November 1st get our famous Long-Sleeve Sticks & Biscuits Dri-Fit "Tech" Shirts guaranteed for entries
Race Location: In the Net, 798 Airport Road, Palymra, PA 17078
Race Schedule:
Packet Pick Up Dates/Times- TBD
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
5K entries rec'd by November 1st get our famous Long-Sleeve Sticks & Biscuits Dri-Fit "Tech" Shirts guaranteed for entries
Race Location: In the Net, 798 Airport Road, Palymra, PA 17078
Race Schedule:
Packet Pick Up Dates/Times- TBD
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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