YRRC Winter Series 2026-2027
About the race
With nine race venues around York County, the York Road Runners Club Winter Series is a low-pressure, low-cost way to stay active through the chilly months.
The event takes place Sunday, November 15, 2026, at multiple locations in York, PA 17402. Courses include the One Mile ONLY and Main Event ONLY 2026-2027 series, a 1 Mile race, and Susquehannock 1 Miler and 4 Miler options. Fees for One Mile ONLY are $19 through February 20 and $10 through February 27, and Main Event ONLY is $50 and $25 on the same dates. Registration is open.
Age Groups
Amenities and timing
- Restrooms are available at all events.
- Photographers are on the course when available, and you may share those photos with friends and family.
- Chip timing by Second Wind Race Timing.
How the Winter Series works
- Run 9 races and/or 9 one mile runs for one low registration fee.
- Participants are assigned a race bib (or bibs) and must bring and wear it at each race they attend.
- Those running both the 1 mile and the main event are issued 2 bibs. Wear the correct bib for each event so your time is recorded.
- Series points are awarded at each race based on your age group placement. Age groups are based on your age as of 11/15/2026.
- Awards are presented at the final race based on placement points earned throughout the series. The more races you run, the better your chances of placing.
- Awards go to the top three males and top three females (based on series points) for the Mile and the Main Event in these age groups: 1-13; 14-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75+.
- Participation swag is available at the final race for those who run and/or volunteer at a minimum of 5 races during the series.
- Food, fun and awards follow the final race.
Bibs and pickup
- Bibs can be picked up at early bib pickup or at the first event you attend.
- Bibs will not be mailed.
- Lost or forgotten bibs: $5 fee.
Race day conditions and rules
Dogs and strollers
- No dogs or strollers allowed. This is strictly enforced.
Roads and traffic
- Roads are NOT closed. Keep left and watch for oncoming traffic.
Water
- YRRC supports sustainability, so please bring your refillable water bottles. All races over 4 miles have a water station.
Cancellation policy
Athletes can cancel their registration, but no refund is given.
Refunds are not allowed for this race.
The course
Each venue hosts a main event from 5k up to 10 miles, plus a one mile run before the main event. You can run just the 1 miler, just the Main Event, or both.
Location
City insight: York
York is a city and the county seat of York County in South Central Pennsylvania, with a 2020 census population of 44,800. Founded in 1741, it served as the temporary base for the Continental Congress from September 1777 to June 1778, when the Articles of Confederation were drafted. The climate is humid continental, with hot, humid summers and cold winters, so spring and early autumn are the best seasons to race.
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