York White Rose Run 5 Miler
- Date Thu 1st October 2026 - Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 6:00AM EDT
- Location York, Pennsylvania
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 49th annual York White Rose Run 5 Miler, taking place on November 7, 2026, in the picturesque city of York! This beloved event, which first began in 1977, has become a cornerstone of the local running community, attracting over 800 participants each year, including elite runners and Olympic Games contenders from around the globe. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a beginner, this family-friendly race welcomes runners of all abilities, making it a perfect opportunity for everyone to get involved and celebrate the spirit of community and fitness.
For those unable to join us in person, a virtual race option is available from October 1 to October 31, 2026. You can run or walk the 5-mile distance at your own pace, anywhere you choose, and submit your results online. This event not only promotes health and wellness but also supports a great cause—proceeds will benefit Bell Socialization Services, a local nonprofit that empowers individuals by providing essential support and housing services. Don't miss this chance to be part of a historic tradition while making a positive impact in the York area!
For those unable to join us in person, a virtual race option is available from October 1 to October 31, 2026. You can run or walk the 5-mile distance at your own pace, anywhere you choose, and submit your results online. This event not only promotes health and wellness but also supports a great cause—proceeds will benefit Bell Socialization Services, a local nonprofit that empowers individuals by providing essential support and housing services. Don't miss this chance to be part of a historic tradition while making a positive impact in the York area!
Organiser's Description
RACE WILL BE ON NOVEMBER 7, 2026 FOR THE 49TH RUNNING!!
IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO RUN THE RACE, PLEASE SUPPORT US BY RUNNING A VIRTUAL RACE!
VOLUNTEERS WILL ALSO REGISTER ON THIS PAGE.
THE REGIONS OLDEST RUNNING EVENT!
The first York White Rose Run was held in 1977 and it has been run on the streets of York City for 47 years. This family-friendly race has drawn as many as 800+ runners and has been known to attract a field of elite runners from local and regional areas, including Olympic Games participants from eleven different countries.
The York Road Runners Club, established in 1976, manages, organizes, and directs the York White Rose Run. This race is put on by runners for runners and is geared to participants of **all abilities and experience levels. You can read The White Rose Runs Colorful History here: https://yorkroadrunners.com/the-white-rose-runs-colorful-history/
FOR 2026, THE 49TH RUNNING
Stay tuned for new course design!
The VIRTUAL race is anywhere/anytime between October 1 and October 31, 2026. You can run anywhere/anytime during the time period, including course maps from previous years. Just run/walk five miles. Once you finish your virtual race, you can upload your results on this site.
And you can be a VOLUNTEER. With the race running through the city, we need many volunteers, and all volunteers will receive a race t-shirt exactly like the runners shirts, along with a good feeling that you are helping a good cause.
OUR CHARITY
The York White Rose Run is proud to support Bell Socialization Services [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbellsocialization.com%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7Ccb29c667c4a945162cda08da5128c443%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637911532777583475%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=kKNm%2Fdqb0qdV61QW%2Fq6JoBof3luA2EEQfHtEqhUJ3kk%3D&reserved=0] a York-based nonprofit organization that brings positive change to the greater York/Hanover area by offering housing and empowering living supports to more than 2,400 people served annually through their programs. To read more about our 2026 beneficiary, please visit their website here [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbellsocialization.com%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7Ccb29c667c4a945162cda08da5128c443%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637911532777583475%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=kKNm%2Fdqb0qdV61QW%2Fq6JoBof3luA2EEQfHtEqhUJ3kk%3D&reserved=0].
Proceeds from the LIVE and VIRTUAL events are a wonderful way to support our local non-profit organizations. Runners may donate when they register. In previous events, runners directly donated close to $1000, and the York Road Runners Club board voted to add all of the income minus race expenses to our charity for a total donation of $10,000. Please consider making an additional contribution to aid in Bell Socialization's Mission - _TO PROVIDE AN ENVIRONMENT OF SUPPORT AND EMPOWERMENT WHERE PEOPLE CAN IMPROVE THEIR QUALITY OF LIVING._
IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO RUN THE RACE, PLEASE SUPPORT US BY RUNNING A VIRTUAL RACE!
VOLUNTEERS WILL ALSO REGISTER ON THIS PAGE.
THE REGIONS OLDEST RUNNING EVENT!
The first York White Rose Run was held in 1977 and it has been run on the streets of York City for 47 years. This family-friendly race has drawn as many as 800+ runners and has been known to attract a field of elite runners from local and regional areas, including Olympic Games participants from eleven different countries.
The York Road Runners Club, established in 1976, manages, organizes, and directs the York White Rose Run. This race is put on by runners for runners and is geared to participants of **all abilities and experience levels. You can read The White Rose Runs Colorful History here: https://yorkroadrunners.com/the-white-rose-runs-colorful-history/
FOR 2026, THE 49TH RUNNING
Stay tuned for new course design!
The VIRTUAL race is anywhere/anytime between October 1 and October 31, 2026. You can run anywhere/anytime during the time period, including course maps from previous years. Just run/walk five miles. Once you finish your virtual race, you can upload your results on this site.
And you can be a VOLUNTEER. With the race running through the city, we need many volunteers, and all volunteers will receive a race t-shirt exactly like the runners shirts, along with a good feeling that you are helping a good cause.
OUR CHARITY
The York White Rose Run is proud to support Bell Socialization Services [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbellsocialization.com%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7Ccb29c667c4a945162cda08da5128c443%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637911532777583475%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=kKNm%2Fdqb0qdV61QW%2Fq6JoBof3luA2EEQfHtEqhUJ3kk%3D&reserved=0] a York-based nonprofit organization that brings positive change to the greater York/Hanover area by offering housing and empowering living supports to more than 2,400 people served annually through their programs. To read more about our 2026 beneficiary, please visit their website here [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbellsocialization.com%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7Ccb29c667c4a945162cda08da5128c443%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637911532777583475%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=kKNm%2Fdqb0qdV61QW%2Fq6JoBof3luA2EEQfHtEqhUJ3kk%3D&reserved=0].
Proceeds from the LIVE and VIRTUAL events are a wonderful way to support our local non-profit organizations. Runners may donate when they register. In previous events, runners directly donated close to $1000, and the York Road Runners Club board voted to add all of the income minus race expenses to our charity for a total donation of $10,000. Please consider making an additional contribution to aid in Bell Socialization's Mission - _TO PROVIDE AN ENVIRONMENT OF SUPPORT AND EMPOWERMENT WHERE PEOPLE CAN IMPROVE THEIR QUALITY OF LIVING._
Races
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York White Rose Run 5 Miler LIVE Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Male/Female T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$43.40
Registration Periods for the LIVE EVENT: Today through October 28, 2026 Regular pricing = $40.00 October 29, 2026 to November 7, 2026 (from 6:30AM - 7:45AM) Late entry pricing = $45.00 You can register for the LIVE, or the VIRTUAL, or register for each of the events (**you must register separately for each event if you wish to do both**). Packet Pickup: Fleet Feet York located at 1511 Mt Rose Avenue in York on Friday (11/06) from 2PM to 7PM. There will be race-day packet pickup. Additional details to follow closer to race day. RACE SHIRTS Race shirts for 2026 will be included in registration. Male and female styles and sizing. Water Station: TBD Post-Race Party at the venue. Refreshments will be provided. AWARDS We will have a brief presentation of the top five male and female awards, the top male and female masters. PRIZE MONEY: Top five male and female finishers will receive $250, $200, $150, $100, & $50, respectively. MASTER AWARDS: The top male and female finishers 40 and over will receive $75; the second will receive $50. If a master winner is in the top 5 overall, he/she wins both cash awards. Age Group Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group. 01-14, Top 3, Male and Female 15-19, Top 3, Male and Female 20-24, Top 3, Male and Female 25-29, Top 3, Male and Female 30-34, Top 3, Male and Female 35-39, Top 3, Male and Female 40-44, Top 3, Male and Female 45-49, Top 3, Male and Female 50-54, Top 3, Male and Female 55-59, Top 3, Male and Female 60-64, Top 3, Male and Female 65-69, Top 3, Male and Female 70-74, Top 3, Male and Female 75-79, Top 3 Male and Female 80+, Top 3 Male and Female For additional information, please see https://yorkroadrunners.com/yorkwhiteroserun/ -
York White Rose Run VOLUNTEER
Incl. Male/Female T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (6:00AM EST)
Free
Volunteering is rewarding and fun. There are various types of volunteer jobs, such as: Course Monitor Course Monitor Sweep Water Station Packet Pickup Team Race Venue Most volunteer jobs are on race day only, generally from 6:00 am through the end of the race. You must be 18 or over to be a volunteer for any of the tasks. RACE SHIRTS Race shirts will be available gratis to race-day volunteers as our thank you. During volunteer registration, select male or female styling and your size. Shirts guaranteed with registration up through 10/01/2026. After that there is limited availability. Register early! On race morning you will meet with your volunteer captain who will have last minute instructions and your race shirt, which is our thank you for volunteering. Thanks for volunteering. Closer to the event you will be contacted with important information. Remember, the York White Rose Run will happen rain, snow, or shine. If you volunteer, we are counting on you!! If you have any questions about volunteering, please contact us at whiteroserun5@gmail.com -
York White Rose Run VIRTUAL Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Male/Female T-Shirt
$43.40
Registration Periods for the VIRTUAL EVENT: Today through November 7, 2026 Regular pricing = $40 Packet Pickup:TBD For additional information, please see https://yorkroadrunners.com/yorkwhiteroserun/
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