YMCA Autumn Dash 5K

  • Date Sat 21st September 2024
  • Time 8:30AM EST
  • Location Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the YMCA Autumn Dash 5K on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in Shrewsbury, York! This exciting event invites runners and walkers of all ages to take part in a scenic 5K loop that starts and finishes at the W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA. As you navigate through picturesque country roads, a charming senior-living campus, and the lovely Miller Park, you'll enjoy the vibrant atmosphere that makes this event a must-attend.

Registration kicks off on March 15, 2024, and remains open through race day, so make sure to sign up early to secure your spot and a stylish moisture-wicking long-sleeve race shirt! With awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as age division prizes, the YMCA Autumn Dash is not only a great way to challenge yourself but also to celebrate community spirit. Join us for a memorable day, complete with an awards ceremony at 9:30 am after the race. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get active, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and connect with fellow enthusiasts!

Organiser's Description

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Join us for a fun 5k in south-central Pennsylvania. Runners (or walkers) will begin and end their loop at the W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA in Shrewsbury, PA. The loop winds along country roads, through a Senior-living campus and community park.



REGISTRATION

* Registration opens March 15, 2024 and closes on race day at 8:00 am.
* Register early! Race fee increases on September 7, 2024



RACE ROUTE

The race begins on the YMCA property, proceeds onto township roads, through the SpiriTrust Lutheran Campus and Miller Park, returning to the YMCA. Click to view the map. [https://reclique-core-york.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/28123526/y-autumn-dash-5k-pdf.pdf]



AGE DIVISIONS

Male and Female (8-10) (11-14) (15-19) (19-24) (25-29) (30-34) (35-39) (40-44) ( 45-49) (50-54) (55-59) (60 -64 ) (65-69) (70 & over)



AWARDS

* Overall Male and Female Winner plus Male and Female Age Division 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers.
* Runners registered by September 7, 2024 are guaranteed a moisture wicking long-sleeved race shirt.
* Awards ceremony will follow the event at 9:30 am.



RACE ROUTE SAFETY

Runner and spectator safety is a priority! For that reason we have the following partners in place:

* Professional traffic control along the race route
* First aid tent hosted by WellSpan Health Sports Medicine



RACE TIMING

* Gun start (no starting mat): all runners begin with the same start time
* Finish time: when the runner crosses the finish mat
* Chip timed by Falcon Race Timing [https://falconracetiming.com/]



PLEASE - NO STROLLERS OR DOGS

* Please, no strollers or dogs.
* Dogs are prohibited in the community park.



RACE DAY PARKING

Parking is available at the YMCA, 100 Constitution Avenue and on Fairview Court. The YMCA parking lot will close at 8:00am and reopen after the start of the race. Constitution Ave will be closed from 8:20 - 8:45 am due to the race start.



SPECTATORS

Spectators may safely view the race from the following locations:

* YMCA campus
* Miller Park



HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS/RECREATION

The York County Convention and Visitors Bureau provides a great list of hotel accommodations [http://www.yorkpa.org/hotels/] and other recreational activities in our county. Check out the website for restaurants, lodging and other fun things to do in York.



RACE CANCELLATION

If you cannot attend the race, please contact the Race Director. We will make arrangements for you to pick up your bib and race shirt. Unfortunately, we do not provide refunds or bib transfers.



SOCIAL MEDIA

Please share your excitement for the race on social media and tag us @ROSESYMCACo [https://www.facebook.com/RosesYMCAYork]. Join our Facebook Race Group to share photos, comments and questions. YorkYRaces [https://www.facebook.com/groups/yorkyraces]. Use the following hashtags and we will repost your photos! #YMCAROSES #YAutumnDash



PACKET PICKUP

* Friday, September 20, 1:00 - 7:00 pm
* Saturday, September 21, 7:00 - 8:15 am
* Packet pickup is inside The W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA
* You may pick up for multiple runners



AUTUMN BASH

* Friday, September 20, 2024, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
* Food Trucks
* Games and Crafts

Races

  • YMCA Autumn Dash 5K

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeved Wicking Shirt

    Sat 21st September 2024 (8:30AM EDT)

    $32.80

    CLOSED

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