Description
Celebrate 50 Years of Running in Lancaster!
Join us for a milestone event—the 50th Annual Red Rose Run! We're taking it back to 1977 to celebrate a 50-year tradition that has brought tens of thousands of runners, walkers, and community members to the heart of Downtown Lancaster. Be one of the first 250 registrants and be entered to win $250 Downtown Dollars!
Whether you are aiming for a personal best on our 5-mile course or enjoying a fun morning with the family, you are part of our history.
Dress in your finest 1970's running gear and be ready to bolt and boogie! Yes, the best overall 1970's themed costumed registrant will take home a City of Lancaster Prize Pack!
The race takes participants on a scenic tour through Lancaster City and County Park, featuring our signature mix of urban streets and rolling park hills.
Registration Includes:
- Collectible water bottle courtesy of Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster
- Commemorative 50th anniversary race bib
- Post-race refreshments from Kegel’s Produce and Wilsbach
- Commemorative 50th anniversary race medal
Interested in a commemorative tshirt? Get yours here - https://redroserun.storenvy.com/
Place
Lancaster, PA US 17602
Sponsors
The 2026 Red Rose Run is presented by Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health with additional support from
Race Contact Info
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Course Map
The Red Rose Run 5-mile course is a certified USATF USA TRACK & FIELD Mid-Atlantic Championship & Grand Prix Road Race Circuit course. Certification Code: PA23004NP Check out the run on Google Maps
Strollers are welcome, no need to register the little rider!
Commemorative Merchandise
Celebrate this milestone with the 50TH RED ROSE RUN Official T-Shirt! 🎉
Featuring a special edition commemorative logo to honor this amazing moment in race history, these unisex shirts are available in a full range of sizes. All 50th Annual merchandise is preorder only and will be ready for pickup at packet pickup. Anniversary shirts are not included with registration and are available exclusively through our official store — order yours here: https://redroserun.storenvy.com/
Here’s to 50 years of the Red Rose Run! 🌹
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