03/19/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park to Host 38th Annual 5K Run/Walk
Elderton, PA – The Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park is proud to announce its 38th Annual 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Friday, May 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM in Elderton.
This long-standing community tradition welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and skill levels to enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening while supporting the park and its programs.
Participants can register online at runsignup.com or sign up in person on race day at:
Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park
320 Calhoun Street
Elderton, PA
Race day festivities will begin early, with Leaping Leo’s and R&M Bubble Brew open from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, offering food and refreshments for participants and spectators alike. An Awards Ceremony will take place at the Park immediately following the race.
The success of this annual event is made possible thanks to the generous support of local sponsors:
Platinum Sponsor:
Elderton State Bank
Gold Sponsors – Exclusive Timing Sponsors:
Carson/Boyer Funeral Home
Delaney Automotive Group
Keystone Operating, LLC
R&L Development
Bronze Sponsors:
Armstrong Associates FCU
Butterfly Hill Preschool
Kirkpatrick Concrete
Silver Sponsors:
ACMH
Bradigan’s Inc.
Countryside Animal Health – Smicksburg
David C. Kohl Family Fund
K & D Auto and Tire
Phoenix Physical Therapy
Shafer’s HVAC, Inc.
Trophy Sponsors:
Boyer Chiropractic and Wellness Center
The Sandwich House
Dr. William J. Fetchko, DMD
Special thanks to Citizens Ambulance for providing EMT services and the Steeltown ATV Team for assisting with traffic control to ensure a safe and successful event.
Photo Caption: Sponsors pictured from left to right: Brian Myers, Supervisor/Funeral Director – Carson/Boyer Funeral Home; Jim Rearic, Director of Sales – Bradigan’s Inc.; Volker Zaun, Director, Past President & CEO – Elderton State Bank; Samantha Cribbs – Director of Programs and Administration, Armstrong County Community Foundation/David C. Kohl Family Fund representative; Barbara Johns – Director, Butterfly Hill Preschool; James Bokerbaugh, Supervisor – Citizens Ambulance; Randy Frailey – Race Coordinator; Darlene Walker, Vice President/CMO – Armstrong Associates FCU; Celeste Newhouse – Executive Director, Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park.
The Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park invites the entire community to come out, participate, and celebrate another year of fitness, fun, and community spirit.
For more information, please visit runsignup.com or follow Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park on social media.
Elderton Plumcreek Recreation Park 38th Annual 5K Run/Walk