Events
Half Marathon
Event Description
Shirt deadline 6-1-26
Hamburg Half Marathon
The Hamburg Half Marathon is a fast run on the local favorite Schuylkill River Trail (SRT). The SRT runs along the banks of the Schuylkill River. This course is extremally scenic and located in the historic area running in between the Blue Mountains and across the Appalachian Trail.
All runners will get a long sleeved tech shirt and free hot breakfast items after the race!
*This year we are going to be more sustainable by switching from bottles of water at the finish line to having cold ice water with reusable plastic cups that runners can use to rehydrate.
COURSES | AID STATIONS | PORT A POTTIES
Both races are an out and back on the SRT towards Port Clinton . Starting at the Hamburg Community Park, the half marathon will run out towards the Auburn Bridge and then back. The route includes views of the Stony Creek, the train station, and the crossing of the Appalachian Trail. The trail is flat and shaded which makes it a perfect spot! *Please note: the trail will be muddy if there is precipitation the week prior.
Here is the course map.
TIME LIMIT
- 3 1/2 hours for the half
AID STATIONS
- 5k will have 1 aid station
- Half marathon will have 2 aid stations, located approximately Mile 1.5, 3.75, which you will have access to on the return at mile 9.25 and 11.5 *We encourage everyone to bring their own fuel. The weather can get very warm and you may need water more often.
- Water, Gatorade and post race Breakfast will be available at the start/finish area.
PORTAPOTTIES
- Portapotties will be located at the start/finish area
- Additional toilets are available at the 1.5 mile aid station location
Parking
Parking will be at Hamburg Community Park. We encourage car pooling, but there is plenty of parking. There is also great facilities--including bathrooms near the start/finish area. There is the Hamburg Community Pool as well if you are looking for additional activities. Check out local attractions tab for more info! *Charges apply to use the pool and is not affiliated with the race.
Awards
- Top 3 Male & Female
- There will also be age group awards for both male and female runners who did not place in the top 3:
- 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Want to be a part of the experience by helping with the course setup, handing out medals at the finish, or assisting runners at aid stations?
Volunteers receive a future free race entry of their choosing. Fill out the contact form if interested.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Lucky Leprechaun Vineyard and Winery
Covered Bridge Tour (610) 375-4085
Reading Blue Mt. & Northern Railroad
Reading Railroad Heritage Museum
Cabela’s
Cigars International
Contact Form
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Event Location
Franklin Street &, N 2nd St
Hamburg, PA 19526 US
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