Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K 2026

The Great Appalachian Valley Race, held in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, features a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 5K-plus-10K combination. The half marathon begins in the morning, with the 5K and 10K starting soon after. The day is structured around multiple distances rather than a single main event. This race is part of Elite Feats' Half Marathon Series, and its course is described as a fast, flat trail through the Pennsylvania countryside. Walkers and families are welcome, and all events have a four-hour time limit. The half marathon provides an early start option for runners targeting 15-minute miles or slower. The 5K and 10K do not offer early starts, and participants using the early start are not eligible for awards. First-time half marathon finishers receive a plaque in addition to their finisher medal. Registrations include a medal, lanyard, shirt, and running ankle socks. The event also offers a non-binary registration option with distinct awards, and a discount for service members and their families.