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

Centre County 5K

Date

Saturday, November 14, 2026

Location

State College Area High School, South Track
650 Westerly Pkwy
State College, PA 16801

Time

8:00 a.m. - Girls on the Run Activities start
9:15 a.m. - Girls on the Run 5K starts

Price

Registration Type	Price
September 18 - 5K Online Registration Opens	$30
October 19 - register by this date for a guaranteed GOTR 5K shirt	-
October 31 at 9:00 a.m. - Deadline to order a Spirit on the Course sign.	$20
November 5 at 9:00 a.m. - 5K Online Registration Closes	-
Day of Event Registration	$35

Registration 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 18 to November 5 (closes at 9:00 AM). Registration on race day will be available at an increased cost of $35.
Interested in ordering a Spirit on the Course sign to cheer your GOTR girl on? CHECK BACK HERE to order by October 31.
Girls on the Run activities start at 8:00 am. Warm-up will start at 9:05 am with the 5K start at 9:15 am.
Free parking is available.
See 5K Course Map here.
CHECK BACK SOON for updated 5K Event Guide. It will include 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!

Course Guides
Water Station
Cheer Stations
Girls on the Run activities
GIANT Refuel Station
Spirit Runners

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!