The Gettysburg Festival of Races has become a significant event in the running community, drawing participants from around the country. It offers a marathon, half marathon, and 5K, with the marathon being a Boston-qualifying race. The courses traverse quiet, picturesque backcountry roads, passing historic landmarks and offering scenic views, including the opportunity to cross into Maryland and back via the Mason-Dixon line. The event's weekend also includes a Health & Fitness Expo and a community celebration, enhancing the experience for runners and spectators alike. The 2025 race is scheduled for April 26-27.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
5km
Race Date:
27 April, 2025
Set for April 27, 2025, the North-South Marathon takes runners through the scenic hills of Gettysburg, offering 459 meters of elevation gain. Organized by the Gettysburg Festival of Races, this event provides a challenging course that winds through historic battlefields.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
How long is the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
Where does the Gettysburg Festival of Races take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
How can I prepare for the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
Set for April 27, 2025, the North-South Marathon takes runners through the scenic hills of Gettysburg, offering 459 meters of elevation gain. Organized by the Gettysburg Festival of Races, this event provides a challenging course that winds through historic battlefields.
The Gettysburg Festival of Races is 5km long.
The Gettysburg Festival of Races takes place in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, USA.
The Gettysburg Festival of Races elevation gain is 45 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
Set for April 27, 2025, the North-South Marathon takes runners through the scenic hills of Gettysburg, offering 459 meters of elevation gain. Organized by the Gettysburg Festival of Races, this event provides a challenging course that winds through historic battlefields.
How long is the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
The Gettysburg Festival of Races is 5km long.
Where does the Gettysburg Festival of Races take place?
The Gettysburg Festival of Races takes place in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
The Gettysburg Festival of Races elevation gain is 45 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Gettysburg Festival of Races?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Major City
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