YMCA Autumn Dash 5K
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- YMCA Autumn Dash 5K
From the Organizer
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Join us for a fun 5k in south-central Pennsylvania. Runners (or walkers) will begin and end their loop at the W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA in Shrewsbury, PA. The loop winds along country roads, through a Senior-living campus and community park.
REGISTRATION
- Registration opens April 1, 2026 and closes on race day at 8:00 am.
- Register early! Race fee increases on September 1, 2026
RACE ROUTE
The race begins on the YMCA property, proceeds onto township roads, through the SpiriTrust Lutheran Campus and Miller Park, returning to the YMCA. Click to view the map.
AGE DIVISIONS
Male and Female (8-10) (11-14) (15-19) (19-24) (25-29) (30-34) (35-39) (40-44) ( 45-49) (50-54) (55-59) (60 -64 ) (65-69) (70 & over)
AWARDS
- Overall Male and Female Winner plus Male and Female Age Division 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers.
- Runners registered by September 1, 2025 are guaranteed a moisture wicking long-sleeved race shirt.
- Awards ceremony will follow the event at 9:30 am.
RACE ROUTE SAFETY
Runner and spectator safety is a priority! For that reason we have the following partners in place:
- Professional traffic control along the race route
- First aid tent hosted by WellSpan Health Sports Medicine
RACE TIMING
- Gun start (no starting mat): all runners begin with the same start time
- Finish time: when the runner crosses the finish mat
- Chip timed by Black Cat Timing
PLEASE - NO STROLLERS OR DOGS
- Please, no strollers or dogs.
- Dogs are prohibited in the community park.
RACE DAY PARKING
Parking is available at the YMCA, 100 Constitution Avenue and on Fairview Court. The YMCA parking lot will close at 8:00am and reopen after the start of the race. Constitution Ave will be closed from 8:20 - 8:45 am due to the race start.
SPECTATORS
Spectators may safely view the race from the following locations:
- YMCA campus
- Miller Park
HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS/RECREATION
The York County Convention and Visitors Bureau provides a great list of hotel accommodations and other recreational activities in our county. Check out the website for restaurants, lodging and other fun things to do in York.
RACE CANCELLATION
If you cannot attend the race, please contact the Race Director. We will make arrangements for you to pick up your bib and race shirt. Unfortunately, we do not provide refunds or bib transfers.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please share your excitement for the race on social media and tag us @ROSESYMCACo. Join our Facebook Race Group to share photos, comments and questions. YorkYRaces. Use the following hashtags and we will repost your photos! #YMCAROSES #YAutumnDash
PACKET PICKUP
- Friday, September 18, 2:00 - 7:00 pm
- Saturday, September 19, 7:00 - 8:15 am
- Packet pickup is inside The W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA
- You may pick up for multiple runners
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
76°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Millers 4 Ne, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Shrewsbury, PA
Elevation
890 ft
Nearest Airport
MDT
Harrisburg International Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 40 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Date
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the YMCA Autumn Dash 5K?
- YMCA Autumn Dash 5K is a running race held in Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania on September 19, 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 YMCA Autumn Dash 5K?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania at 100 Constitution Avenue, Shrewsbury, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the YMCA Autumn Dash 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
YMCA Autumn Dash 5K
Sep 19, 2026