Run for the Elk Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K

Run for the Elk Race Festival: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K

Emporium, PA on July 25, 2027

Registration Information

• Registration Status: You can still register for the event if registration is closed on this site. Please email [email protected] for info on how to register.
• On-site Registration: You can even register on race morning.
• Event Details: Thank you and I hope you have a great race!

Race Special for 2026!

• Promo Code: If you register for any Sunday, July 26th Run for the Elk event — you can use promo code: Conquer-Day2 to receive a discount for Saturday, July 25th, Conquer the Canyon event!
• Two Events: Once you pay full price for Run for the Elk, use the promo code to register again and add a Saturday, Conquer the Canyon event.
• Double Event Shirt: If you race both days (Conquer and Elk), you will receive an I Did The Double t-shirt.
• New Series: We are happy to announce that this event is part of our new 2026 Half Marathon and Marathon race series!

More Info about the Series

• Link to Half Marathon Series: https://events.elitefeats.com/half
• Link to Beyond Series: https://events.elitefeats.com/beyond

Early Start Information

• No Early Starts: No early starts for 5K/10K.
• Half and Full Start: A single early start time 1 hour before the actual start time for Half (& Full if applicable).
• Awards: No awards for any early starts.
• Pacing: Anyone doing the early start should be trying to run a 15min mile or slower for the half or full.

Event Location and Features

Emporium is the "Elk Capital of Pennsylvania" and is located in the heart of the state’s wild elk herd, now numbering almost 1,000 majestic animals. This is going to be a great event with amazing scenery!

• Boston Qualifier: The Full Marathon will be a certified Boston Marathon Qualifier - Certified number PA22019NP.
• Course Certification: The course is in the process of certification and we guarantee that it will be certified.
• Course Map: Here's a course map: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5071711882/.
• Registration Options: We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration.

First Time Finishers

All first time half marathon and marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half or full marathon finish. The athlete will also receive their finisher’s medal.

SWAG

• Medal and Lanyard: Beautiful Medal and Lanyard.
• T-Shirt: Each entry includes a race t-shirt.
• Socks: Running ankle socks are included.

Veteran Discount

• Discount: All of our events feature a 10% discount on race entry for all service members and their family.
• More Information: Click/tap here for more information.

Contact Information

EliteFeats.com is known for fun, well organized events with incredible SWAG and event food. For additional information, email [email protected]. We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our races. Our goal is for you to have the very best possible race day experience. For additional information and race updates please check our website: http://www.elitefeats.com.