
The Show Your Stripes 5K & Fun Walk - Special Gameboard Edition is a running race on September 27, 2026 in Scranton, PA, with an entry fee of $17.76.
From the Organizer
PASS GO. SHOW YOUR STRIPES. MAKE AN IMPACT.
The Famous Show Your Stripes 5K & Fun Walk Special Gameboard Edition
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Historic Nay Aug Park, Scranton
For nearly 40 years, the Show Your Stripes 5K has been one of Northeastern Pennsylvania's favorite racing traditions, bringing together runners, walkers, families, volunteers, and supporters to benefit Ronald McDonald House Scranton.
This year we're celebrating our 40th Anniversary with our biggest and most exciting race yet.
As local Scranton area McDonald's restaurants launch this fall's Monopoly promotion, we're joining in the fun with a special Gameboard Edition that begins at the starting line and continues at participating McDonald's restaurants throughout the region.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with family, or simply supporting an incredible cause, you'll experience a day packed with excitement, entertainment, and community spirit.
Your Registration Includes
🏅 Exclusive 40 Years Finisher Medal
The first 500 finishers will receive our limited edition 40 Years Ronald McDonald House Scranton commemorative finisher medal.
🧦 Limited Edition Show Your Stripes Socks
The first 500 registered are guaranteed this year's collectible commemorative striped socks.
🎁 Amazing Swag Bag
Loaded with race souvenirs, sponsor giveaways, exclusive offers, and special promotions.
🍟 McDonald's Giveaways
Participating local McDonald's restaurants will be providing exciting prizes, promotions, and surprises throughout race day.
🥤 Specialty McDonald's Beverages
Celebrate your finish with specialty McDonald's beverages waiting at the finish line.
🎲 Gameboard Inspired Fun
Enjoy themed games, interactive activities, photo opportunities, and surprises throughout the park.
💜 Meet Grimace
Stop by for photos, high fives, and plenty of smiles with one of McDonald's most recognizable friends.
🏃 FREE Kids Fun Run
Every child is a winner. Kids will enjoy a fun run with Grimace, exciting activities, and plenty of prizes and giveaways.
🌭 Post Race Cookout
Celebrate your accomplishment with great food, friends, and an unforgettable finish line celebration.
Packet Pickup
Friday, September 25
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 26
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Race Day Packet Pickup
Sunday, September 27
8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
Bandstand across from the Museum
Historic Nay Aug Park
Celebrate 40 Years
Join hundreds of runners, walkers, families, volunteers, sponsors, and community supporters as we celebrate four decades of Ronald McDonald House Scranton and the families we have been privileged to serve.
Every registration helps Ronald McDonald House Scranton provide overnight accommodations, Family Room programs, hospitality services, meals, transportation assistance, and other essential resources so families can stay together while their child receives medical care.
This is more than a race. It's a celebration of community, compassion, and the thousands of families whose lives have been touched over the past four decades.
Gather your family, friends, coworkers, teammates, neighbors, and running partners for a day filled with fun, laughter, community, and memories that will last a lifetime.
PASS GO.
SHOW YOUR STRIPES.
MAKE AN IMPACT.
SUPPORT FAMILY STAYS.
Register today at RMH5K.com
Don't wait!
The first 500 registered receive the commemorative Show Your Stripes Socks.
The first 500 finishers earn the exclusive 40 Years Finisher Medal.
Celebrate 40 Years of Ronald McDonald House Scranton by taking part in one of Northeastern Pennsylvania's premier racing traditions.
We'll see you at the starting line on September 27!
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
71°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wilkes-Barre Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
76,074
as of 2023
City Elevation
795 ft
Nearest Airport
AVP
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 92 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.
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The Show Your Stripes 5K & Fun Walk - Special Gameboard Edition
Sep 27, 2026