5K Run for Recovery 2026 is a running race on July 1 – August 29, 2026 in Lancaster, PA, featuring the 5K distance.
From the Organizer
This year's 5K Run for Recovery is part of Recovery Day Lancaster, a family-friendly celebration of recovery from addiction.
5K registration is free, donations are welcomed!
Saturday, August 29th at Buchanan Park
Run begins at 9:00 AM
(2025 5K Map is posted in the photos link on this site)
10am-3pm: Stay at the park to enjoy fellowship, food & live music until 3pm
SAME DAY REGISTRATION NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS RACE.
Recovery Day Lancaster is a celebration which helps to normalize recovery from addiction as a healthy and contributing factor towards a strong community. Recovery is more sustainable in a welcoming and supportive environment! Each year, 500+ people in Lancaster County, PA and surrounding areas gather to Walk, Run, Eat, Listen to music & Enjoy each other's company.
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day 1
Wednesday, 7/1
High
99°
Low
76°
Sunny
Race Day 2
Thursday, 7/2
High
101°
Low
77°
Sunny
Race Day 3
Friday, 7/3
High
104°
Low
76°
Sunny then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 4
Saturday, 7/4
High
99°
Low
73°
Mostly sunny then chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 5
Sunday, 7/5
High
95°
Low
71°
Slight chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms
Host City
Population
57,683
as of 2023
City Elevation
395 ft
Nearest Airport
LNS
Lancaster Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 57 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 5K Run for Recovery 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
2
Days to train
Coming Up
Eagle 5K, & 10K at Akron, PA (29)
10 miles away
First Light / Last Light A Common Trail Series · Summer 2026 · Lancaster County #3
2 miles away
Bird-in-Hand Half Marathon, 5K, and Kid's Fun Run
8 miles away
Bethany of Central PA - Walk in Love
2 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
5K Run for Recovery 2026
Jul 1, 2026