Gettysburg Festival of Races

Run Through Historic Gettysburg and Adams County

📅 Typically Held: April

Every spring, runners from across the country come to Gettysburg and Adams County for a race weekend unlike any other. The Gettysburg Festival of Races combines scenic countryside courses, rolling farmland, small-town charm, and a setting steeped in American history to create an unforgettable destination race experience.

Whether you’re pursuing a new personal record, tackling a new distance, or cheering on family and friends, the Gettysburg Festival of Races is the perfect reason to turn a race weekend into a Gettysburg getaway.

What Makes This Race Weekend Special?

The Gettysburg Festival of Races offers participants the opportunity to experience the beauty of Adams County while enjoying a challenging and rewarding race weekend. Courses wind through picturesque countryside, wooded back roads, and rural landscapes, with portions crossing the historic Mason-Dixon Line between Pennsylvania and Maryland.

In addition to race-day excitement, participants can enjoy a health and fitness expo, explore historic Gettysburg, and take advantage of the destination’s restaurants, attractions, and lodging options throughout the weekend.

What to Expect

• Multiple race options and challenge opportunities
• Scenic routes through Gettysburg and Adams County
• Rolling countryside, farms, and wooded landscapes
• A welcoming atmosphere for runners and supporters
• Health and fitness expo activities
• Historic attractions just minutes from the race venue
• Dining, shopping, and entertainment throughout the destination

Make It a Race Weekend Getaway

Many participants choose to arrive early or stay an extra day to experience everything Gettysburg has to offer. Explore historic sites, discover unique shops and restaurants, enjoy local wineries and breweries, or spend time outdoors taking in the beauty of Adams County in the spring.

Whether you’re traveling solo, with friends, or bringing the whole family, race weekend is an excellent opportunity to experience one of Pennsylvania’s most iconic destinations.

Plan Your Visit

Places to Stay

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Event Information

Typically Held: April

Location: Gettysburg and Adams County, Pennsylvania

Organizer: Gettysburg Festival of Races

Best For: Runners, Spectators, Fitness Enthusiasts

Season: Spring

Official Website: Visit the Gettysburg Festival of Races website for current registration information, race schedules, course details, and event updates.

Please note that event dates, schedules, and participation details may change from year to year. Refer to the official event website for the most current information.

Explore Gettysburg in Spring

Spring is one of the most beautiful times to visit Gettysburg and Adams County. Blooming orchards, outdoor recreation, seasonal festivals, historic attractions, and scenic countryside make it an ideal time for a weekend getaway.