State College 5K | GOTR Mid State PA

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5K Celebration

Confidence through
Accomplishment

Each season comes to an end with a celebratory 5K. This closing event gives program participants of all abilities a tangible sense of accomplishment. Crossing the finish line instills confidence through completion and is a joyful moment program participants always remember! Everyone in our program receives a commemorative medal to celebrate this incredible achievement.

5K Celebration

Confidence through
Accomplishment

Girls on the Run participant high fives running buddy at 5K

Two Girls on the Run participants smile while showing off 5K medals

5K Event Details

Event

State College 5K

Date

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Location

York College, Grumbacher Sport & Fitness Center (West Campus)
899 S Richland Ave
York, PA 17403

Time

8:00 a.m. - Girls on the Run Friends & Family Zone opens
9:15 a.m. - Girls on the Run 5K starts

Price

Registration Type	Price
September 19 - 5K Online Registration Opens	$30
October 24 - register by this date for a guaranteed GOTR 5K shirt	-
November 7 at 9:00 a.m. - Deadline to order a Spirit on the Course sign.	$20
November 7 at 9:00 a.m. - 5K Online Registration Closes	-
Day of Event Registration	$35

Registration price increases to $35 on the day of the event. Bring your phone to register on the day of the event.

The 5K will not be chip timed.

NOTE: Program participants have already been registered for the 5K and DO NOT need to register.

5K Registration

State College Additional 5K Information

Let this information guide you for the big event!

Online 5K Registration is open from September 19-November 7 (closes at 9:00 AM). After the online registration closes, individuals will only have the option to register in person on the day of the event. Registration fee increases to $35
Interested in ordering a Spirit on the Course sign to cheer your GOTR girl on? Click here to order by November 7 at 9:00 am. You can also order a sign when registering for the 5K
Friends & Family Zone opens at 8:00 am. The Grantley Road will close at 9:00 am to prepare for the start of the 5K. Warm-up and announcements start at 9:00 am with the 5K start at 9:15 am.
Free parking is available. See parking map for accessible parking location at the event. Individuals must have an accessible placard to park in this area. If you do not have a placard but need to park close due to health reasons, please contact sarah.fahrney@gotrmidstatepa.org for a pass.
See 5K Course Map here!
Click here to view the 5K Event Guide. It includes all the information you need to know about 5K day!

Volunteer at Our 5K

Y - Volunteers help ensure our end of season 5K celebration is possible. Interested in volunteering at our upcoming 5K event? Fill out our volunteer form today!

Additional 5K Vol Info-State College

We need volunteers for the following activities to ensure our event is a success!

Set-up and Tear Down
Registration
Course Guides
Running Buddies
Water Station
Cheer Stations
Happy Hair
Face-Painting Station
Poster Station
Bling Your Bib
Recovery & Refuel Station

Note: All volunteers appointed through our council will undergo a background check.

Adult 5K participant smiles while running outdoors through the city

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5K FAQ

How long is a 5K?

The course for a 5K is 3.1 miles.

How long does it take to complete a 5K?

As a reminder, this is a fun, celebratory event for our participants and not a competitive race. While our fastest 5K participants will complete the course in 23-25 minutes, most cross the finish line in 30-60 minutes. Everyone who participates is encouraged to walk, roll, push, run or skip at their happy pace!