Run Wild for Wildwood
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Location
- 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, PA
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 10K
From the Organizer
Run Wild for Wildwood 5K & 10K!
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Here is how it works...
Step 1. Register to run/walk the 5K or run the 10K. Invite your friends to join!
Step 2. Pick up your t-shirt and "swag bag" at the Olewine Nature Center from August 20-21 or on Race Day (August 22).
Step 3. The 10K will start at 8:30 AM and the 5K starts at 8:45 AM on Saturday, August 22.
Step 4. Post a picture of your run to Facebook & Instagram using #runwildforwildwood!
Awards will be handed out to the top 3 male and top female fastest times overall in each race. Every finisher will receive a medal.
Additional donations made during registration will benefit Wildwood Park. Your donation will help keep the park beautiful, provide more opportunities for educational programming, events and much more!
No refunds. All sales are final.
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
82°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Harrisburg 1 Ne.
Host City
About Harrisburg, PA
Elevation
427 ft
Nearest Airport
MDT
Harrisburg International Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 77 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run Wild for Wildwood?
- Run Wild for Wildwood is a running race held in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on August 22, 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 Run Wild for Wildwood?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania at 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run Wild for Wildwood?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run Wild for Wildwood
Aug 22, 2026