Gettysburg Festival of Races

Gettysburg Festival of Races is a race on the grounds of the Battle of Gettysburg. Participants will run through forest roads, fields and farms. There is enough parking at the start for all participants.

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Race Info

All participants will receive finisher’s medals, a pint glass with the event logo, a swag bag, free photos from the race and a finisher’s certificate. The top 3 men and women overall and the top 3 men and women in age groups will receive additional awards.

There will be aid stations with water and Isotonics every 2 miles on the course. Food and beverages will be provided at the finish line, including beer for participants 21+.

The time limit for the races is 6 hours. Dogs are not allowed on the course, as most of the course is open to automobile traffic.

Race Date

April 26-27, 2025.

Location

2634 Emmitsburg Rd, Gettysburg, PA US 17325

Directions

Distances

  • Marathon (26.2 miles)
  • Half marathon (13.1 miles)
  • 5K

Starting Time

  • 8:00 AM – full marathon, half marathon
  • 8:15 AM – 5K

Entry Fees

  • $95 and up – full marathon
  • $75 and up – half marathon
  • $40 and up – 5K

Course Map

You can find the course map and description here: runsignup.com.

Registration

To reserve your spot in the Gettysburg Festival of Races, register online at runsignup.com.

Official Race Website

Additional race information can be found at runsignup.com.

Social Media

If you would like to keep up on the latest news, connect with the race on Facebook.

Related Events

If you’re looking for more races like this, have a look at our Marathons Calendar. You may also like to participate in other races in April.

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