Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Fall 2026 - Elementary XC Meet 🏃‍♂️ Elementary Meet will be located at the Butler Intermediate campus. (Photo below) (551 Fairground Hill Rd, Butler PA 16001)

Please review each board position description and member bio before voting. President The President shall be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Club including presiding over meetings, representing the Club with the RRCA, and to appointing committees and chairpersons thereof with approval from the Board. This includes: Chairing the Board of Directors and the business portion of membership meetings.Delegating duties and responsibilities as necessary.Providing direction and vision in leading the Club forward in accordance with the bylaws.Appointing members to complete the terms of any positions on the board that become unfilled per resignations or other circumstances. Vice President of Programs The Vice President of Programs shall be responsible for overseeing the Clubs Programs. This includes: Nominating Program Directors and appointing Support Staff under the Officer's direction.Supervising Program Directors and Coordinators.Introducing Program Directors and Coordinators at membership meetings or at the Club Membership Party, when appropriate.Establish applicable budgets with the Treasurer or Finance Committee. Vice President of Racing - Short Distance The Vice President of Racing shall be responsible for overseeing and providing guidance and support to the Race Directors. This includes: Soliciting Strider Members to nominate eligible members for vacant Race Director positions to the Executive Board for approval.Supervising Race Directors, as well as Support Staff.Introducing Race Directors at the membership meeting, when appropriate.Negotiating letters of agreement for all Club contract races.Working with the Director of Insurance and Permits to obtain the necessary insurance certificates and permits for their events.Calling special meetings of the Race Committee, as necessary. Secretary The Secretary shall be responsible for recording the minutes at the Board meetings, plus any other special meetings that may be called by the President. This includes: Preparing and distributing minutes to all Board Members on a timely basis.Submitting minutes to the Website Editor on a timely basis for publication. Acting as custodian of the Club's official Bylaws, minutes, committee reports, which should be kept at the Club office.Preparing and sending any correspondence as designated by the Club President.Sending meeting notices along with the agenda to the Board. Member at Large #1 & 2 Members at Large are responsible for providing input and insights at the member level of the Club for the Executive Board discussions. In addition to representing the Club as board members, members at large will: One Member at Large will lead the board elections committee with 2 non-board Club members. That person cannot be currently running for any board position.Primary organizers and hosts for the winter member party.Fill in the needs for fun run hosts.Participation in committees as needed.Create and implement initiatives that will improve member experience.

Gobble Gobble !! The YMCA is thrilled to host its annual Turkey Trot on Saturday, Nov 7th , 2026 in downtown, Butler with the start and finish right outside our Butler YMCA. This race has a rolling course to Butler Memorial Park and back to the YMCA. Registration: September 2nd- Oct 23rd ($15 w/ no shirt or $25 w/shirt) Oct. 24th through Nov. 7th Race Day ($30 w/ no shirt; guaranteed shirt option no longer avail.)Registration starts at 8:30 am inside the YMCA.The 1 mile starts at 9:45 am and the 5k starts after the mile around 10:00 amWe will only accept cash or check payment on race day.Packet Pickup is available only on Nov 7th starting at 8:30 am. Deadline to order a T-Shirt is Oct. 23rd. 5K Award Categories - Top 3 Overall, M & F Top 3, M & F in the following Age Groups: 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70+

Come run or walk thru the Christmas light display held by Alameda Park. This is the kickoff to the light display. Proceeds helps the light display !! Entry Christmas medal with ribbon when you sign up by midnight , November 8th. It will be included in your race packet. Race will start on Saturday evening, November 21st at 5 pm. in the upper section of Alameda Park. Costume attire favorable. Glow in the dark gear, antlers, etc. Be creative and have fun with it !! Awards: 1st place in each age group Male & Female. 1-12, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+ Discount pricing for 12 & under

Check-in begins at 9:00 AM and the race starts at 10:00 AM.The event is fully accessible and pet-friendly, but all pets must remain leashed at all times.This is a certified 5K with professional timing. All results will be posted immediately after the race.To guarantee your Cupid's Chase shirt, please register by January 1, 2027; after that date, shirts will be available while supplies last.Giveaways include a Cupid's Chase finisher medal and drawstring bag, available while supplies last.Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.Age group medals will be awarded to the overall male and female finishers in each of the following 14 age groups: 12 & under, 13–15, 16–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69 and 70 & over.This is a rain or shine event. All registration fees are non-refundable.

Race is held at the Carousel Shelter, Alameda Park on World Down Syndrome Day, March 21st at 9 am. All funds go towards Special Olympics to further support the Down syndrome community 💛💙

Race is held at the Carousel Shelter, Alameda Park on World Down Syndrome Day, March 21st at 9 am. All funds go towards Special Olympics to further support the Down syndrome community 💛💙

The Race is held at Alemeda's Carousel Shelter on 3.21.27 (World Down Syndrome Day) from 9-12 PM. All profits go towards the Butler Special Olympics chapter to help empower our local Down syndrome community. Some events included during this day: Live DJSock DecoratingCrazy Sock ContestHot Chocolate BarFace-PaintingSteps Through the Years

RACE DAY ACTIVITIES   Easter Egg Dash The Easter Egg Dash is a 5K race (3.1 miles) that loops around the Butler Senior and Intermediate High School Campus. Medals will be given to the top 3 male and female overall runners in each age bracket: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-39, 40-59, and 60 and over. The overall top Male and Female runners will be awarded a plaque. The race will begin approximately at 10:00 AM. The award ceremony for the Easter Egg Dash (5K) will be held at the conclusion of the 5K race on the Stadium Field.  Note: Walkers are permitted to participate in the 5K event, but they must finish within the 60-minute timeframe. CLICK HERE TO VIEW - 5K Race Route Map CLICK HERE TO VIEW - IMAGES of our 5K Course   Bunny Hop The Bunny Hop is a 1-Mile course (recommended for fun) that is a single loop on the Senior High School Campus. This course is designed for runners and walkers. The Bunny Hop will begin approximately at 11:00 AM.  CLICK HERE TO VIEW - 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Route Map CL