Brighter Futures Run For Kids Sake is a running race on November 14, 2026 in Manheim, PA.
From the Organizer
Starting and Finishing on the Lancaster County Junction Trail. this race is in its fourth in-person running as a great and growing Lancaster 5K.
All proceeds from the 5K directly support the Friends of Pam Reynolds Memorial Scholarship, part of Kids' Chance of PA's named scholar partner program.
Run or walk on a well-marked, accurately measured course. The crushed stone trail is flat, shaded, and scenic.
AWARDS
1st Male/Female Overall Winners: $100
2nd Male/Female Overall Winners: $50
3rd Male/Female Overall Winners: $25
Non-monetary awards for top three male/female finishers in age groups: 19 & under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+ Awards will not be mailed
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
53°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Landisville 2 Nw, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
431 ft
Nearest Airport
LNS
Lancaster Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 66 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Brighter Futures Run For Kids Sake
Nov 14, 2026