177 13th St., New Florence PA
Sunday, December 13th, 2026
Come celebrate FESTIVUS with the rest of us while completing an awesome 5k course.
We are back for the 6th year. We look forward to making the experience even better this year.
All proceeds go directly to the New Florence Volunteer Fire Company.
Date: 2026-12-13
Location: 177 13th St., New Florence, PA 15944
For more details, visit: Race Sign Up
Packet pickup will be at the New Florence Fire Hall morning of the race starting at 9am (possibly a little earlier).
Registration will close at 9:50 am to allow Smiley Miles Timing to put names into the system without delaying the start of the race for those who register on the day of.
Top 3 M & F overall, top 3 in each age group for the run: 10 and under, 11-14,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Top 3 M & F for Walk. Age groups match the run categories. No duplicates; awards will not be mailed.
Please reach out ahead of time if you need accommodations; we want to make sure everyone is welcome.
Custom race bib, custom race sticker, chip timing with results posted online, snacks after the race, and multiple photo opportunities.
The race starts in front of the former New Florence ambulance garage beside the fire hall. Participants will run a course featuring scenic areas including the Laurel Hill Iron Furnace.
The course has a net gain in the first half and a net decline in the second half, totaling exactly 3.10 miles.
Parking is available at the New Florence Fire Hall and New Florence Playground. Do not park in business lots or block driveways.
A Festivus-themed shirt is available for $10, but the deadline for ordering is November 15th at 6pm. Shirts must be picked up on race day.
Results will be posted online after the race at www.smileymiles.com. Please be patient as it may take up to 24 hours for results to be fully posted.
No refunds, cancellations, or transfers are offered. The event will continue unless a state of emergency is declared.
The race will use chip timing to ensure accurate results.
Water will be provided at the course and snacks will be available post-race.
Bathrooms will be accessible inside the fire hall. Photo opportunities will be available at the finish line and along the course.
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We hope to see you there and that you choose to celebrate FESTIVUS with us.