Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 304 Britton Rd, Shippensburg, PA
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10K · 5K & more
From the Organizer
Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
July 19, 2025 in Shippensburg, PA 17257
We are happy to announce that this event is part of our new Half Marathon Series. More information is available by clicking on the link below:
https://events.elitefeats.com/half
For any event questions, please email events@elitefeats.com. Thank you!
- Run through the beautiful countryside in Pennsylvania!
- Run on a fast, flat trail through the lush, scenic countryside.
- Walkers and families are welcome.
- There will be food and drink post-race.
- 4 hour time limit for all events.
EARLY START INFO
Here is the information going forward for all races regarding early starts:
- No early starts for 5K/10K
- A single early start time 1 hour before the actual start time for Half (& Full if applicable)
- No awards for any early starts
Also, anyone doing the early start should be trying to run a 15min mile or slower for the half or full. If they end up doing faster than 2:15 for the half they may not get a time.
- All first time half marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half or full marathon finish. The athletes will also receive their finisher’s medal. Go to registration after you finish and let them know you ran your first half.
- We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration option that has their own awards categories: overall and age groups.
SWAG
Elite Feats is known for high-end, well-designed SWAG at our events. Entry fees will include:
- Beautiful Medal and Lanyard
- T-shirt
- Running ankle socks
2024 Medal
I Run for Fun socks
Thank you for your Service!
All of our events feature a 10% discount on race entry for all service members and their family. Military discount link.
Contact events@elitefeats.com with any questions. We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our races. For additional information and race updates please check our website: https://elitefeats.com. Thank you for participating in Elite Feats Event!
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Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
88°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Shippensburg, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Shippensburg, PA
Population
5,811
as of 2023
Elevation
672 ft
Nearest Airport
HGR
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field · 26 mi
Major Hub
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 76 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 304 Britton Rd, Shippensburg, PA
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most 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)
- What is the Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K?
- Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K is a running race held in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania on July 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania at 304 Britton Rd, Shippensburg, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Jul 18, 2026