Running races in or near Chester, PA
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Chester, PA area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Harambee Foundation
Date of Race: 09-12-2026
Description: Fast, Flat, Safe, Measured Course with Marshals at Key Locations. Free ...
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Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Harambee Foundation
Date of Race: 09-12-2026
Description: Fast, Flat, Safe, Measured Course with Marshals at Key Locations. Free ...
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Running-1 Mile - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Harambee Foundation
Date of Race: 09-12-2026
Description: Fast, Flat, Safe, Measured Course with Marshals at Key Locations. Free ...
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Teams - Adults - Create a Team
Organization: Goliathon
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
Description: Goliathon is a unique 3.5-mile, Ninja Warrior style, non-profit obstacle course ...
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Teams - Adults - Join a Team
Organization: Goliathon
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
Description: Goliathon is a unique 3.5-mile, Ninja Warrior style, non-profit obstacle course ...
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Individuals - Adults
Organization: Goliathon
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
Description: Goliathon is a unique 3.5-mile, Ninja Warrior style, non-profit obstacle course ...
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1.5 mile Dash, Child registration
Organization: Haverford Township Parks & Recreation
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
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5k, Adult registration
Organization: Haverford Township Parks & Recreation
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
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Teams - Kids - Join a Team
Organization: Goliathon
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
Description: Goliathon is a unique 3.5-mile, Ninja Warrior style, non-profit obstacle course ...
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5k, Child registration
Organization: Haverford Township Parks & Recreation
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
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5k, Child registration
Organization: Haverford Township Parks & Recreation
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
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5k, Haverford Township Day Run 2026
Organization: Haverford Township Parks & Recreation
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
Description: Description 27th Annual 5K Run and WalkJoin us on Haverford ...
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GOLIATHON XXIV
Organization: Goliathon
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
Description: Goliathon is a unique 3.5-mile, Ninja Warrior style, non-profit obstacle course ...
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1.5 mile Dash, Child registration
Organization: Haverford Township Parks & Recreation
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
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5k, Adult registration
Organization: Haverford Township Parks & Recreation
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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5k, Haverford Township Day Run 2026
Organization: Haverford Township Parks & Recreation
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
Description: Description 27th Annual 5K Run and WalkJoin us on Haverford ...
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5k, Haverford Township Day Run 2026
Organization: Haverford Township Parks & Recreation
Date of Race: 10-03-2026
Description: Description 27th Annual 5K Run and WalkJoin us on Haverford ...
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Rocky Run - 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge
Organization: Run Mfg, Inc.
Date of Race: 11-14-2026
Description: Join 30,000 runners in the heart of Philadelphia for ...
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Rocky Run - 5K
Organization: Run Mfg, Inc.
Date of Race: 11-14-2026
Description: Join 30,000 runners in the heart of Philadelphia for ...
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Rocky Run - 10 Mile
Organization: Run Mfg, Inc.
Date of Race: 11-14-2026
Description: Join 30,000 runners in the heart of Philadelphia for ...
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2026 Rocky Run
Organization: Run Mfg, Inc.
Date of Race: 11-14-2026
Description: Join 30,000 runners in the heart of Philadelphia for ...
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Harambee Happy Feet 5K / Walk/Fun Run
Organization: Harambee Foundation
Date of Race: 09-12-2026
Description: Fast, Flat, Safe, Measured Course with Marshals at Key Locations. Free ...
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George Nakashima Woodworkers American Studio Homestead
Organization: Wayne Art Center
Date of Race: 11-11-2026
Description: DescriptionGeorge Nakashima WoodworkersAmerican ...
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Walking-1 Mile - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Harambee Foundation
Date of Race: 09-12-2026
Description: Fast, Flat, Safe, Measured Course with Marshals at Key Locations. Free ...
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Goth Ball at Rockwood
Organization: New Castle County
Date of Race: 10-09-2026
Description: DescriptionDate: Friday, October 9, 2026Time: 7-11 p.m.Location: Carriage ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Chester, PA: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Chester
Chester (PA) is a city in Delaware County with an estimated population of 33,972.[4]
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