Festivus For The Rest Of Us 5k 5th Annual 12/14/25

🎉 Join the Celebration!

Come celebrate FESTIVUS with the rest of us while completing an awesome 5k course.

We are back for the 5th year. We had an outstanding turnout last year. Tons of fun was had by all. We look forward to making the experience even better this year.

All proceeds go directly to the New Florence Volunteer Fire Company.

📅 Event Details

• Date: December 14, 2025
• Location: 177 13th St, New Florence, PA
• Registration: Opens at 9:00 AM, Closes at 9:50 AM
• Race Start: 10:00 AM

🛠 Notable New Items This Year

• Pets: Pets allowed to participate on course
• Children’s Pricing: Child size shirt options available
• Finish Line: New Finish Line/Start Arch
• Accommodations: We will accommodate needs

💲 Pricing Information

Pricing is $20 until November 23rd at 6 PM, then it becomes $25 till registration closes, and $30 day of race. Day registration starts at 9 AM and ends at 9:50 AM. Cash or Check only on race day: credit cards will not be accepted.

New For this year: Children 10 and under will be free till registration closes and $10 day of. Children’s registration is free, but a t-shirt must be purchased.

🏆 Awards for 5k

Top 3 Male & Female 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 Male & Female for Walk with similar age groups.

*Children 10 and under must run the race under their own power to be eligible for age group awards.

📜 Schedule of Events

• 9:00 AM: Registration opens (possibly earlier)
• 9:50 AM: Registration closes
• 10:00 AM: Race starts
• 11:05 AM: Race ends

🛌 Accommodations

If you need accommodations, please reach out ahead of time so we can ensure your needs are met.

🚩 What's Included

Custom race bib, custom race sticker, chip timing with results posted online, snacks after the race, and multiple photo opportunities.

🏃‍♂️ Race Route

The race starts right in front of the former New Florence ambulance garage. The course is exactly 3.10 miles. There is one water stop on the course at the 1.45 mile mark.

Please be cautious as traffic will not be closed but is minimal.

📏 Rules

Children 10 and under must be supervised. Pets must be on a leash at all times. No unsupervised children or pets not under control will be allowed. No smoking or drinking alcohol on premises.

🚗 Parking

Parking will be available at the New Florence Fire Hall and the New Florence Playground. Do not park in business parking lots or block driveways.

👕 Shirt Policy

The shirt deadline is November 23rd at 6 PM. T-shirts are a $10 add-on and must be picked up at the event.

📊 Results

Results will be posted online after the race at www.smileymiles.com. Please be patient: it may take 24 hours to be fully posted.

🔄 Refund/Cancellation Policy

No refunds, cancellations, or transfers. This event will be held rain or shine unless a state of emergency is declared.

⏱ Timing

Gun Timing with a mass start and chip time finish. Ensure bib placement on the front of your body for accurate timing.

🍔 Food/Liquids

Water will be provided at the stop: post-race snacks will include a variety of options. Stay tuned for more details on social media.

📷 Misc Info

Bathrooms will be available inside the fire hall. Photo opportunities will be set up at the event.

🔗 More Information

For updates, follow us on all social media platforms. For more details visit: Official Facebook Event Page

🏅 Learn More

Race URL: Festivus For The Rest Of Us 5k

We hope to see you there and that you choose to celebrate FESTIVUS with us.