Race Lineup for December 13, 2024

The Friday Lineup

In this week’s lineup we have the Jersey City Marathon and a list of community races across the country. Have a great weekend!

  • Philadelphia

  • Washington D.C.

  • Detroit

  • Bay Area

Weekly Recap

ICYMI, here is a recap of this week’s newsletters.

Philadelphia Community Races

  • Monte Coca 5k Run/Walk on December 14 in Malvern, PA: REGISTER

    Support villages and families in the Dominican Republic.

  • Jingle Bell Jog on December 14 in Fort Washington, PA: REGISTER

    A long-standing tradition that dates back to 2011 with proceeds supporting Upper Dublin Girls Lacrosse team and Morgan's Message.

  • Reindeer Romp on December 14 in Havertown, PA: REGISTER

    A 5k fun run/walk through the streets of Havertown that brings the community together while raising funds to fight cancer.

  • Reindeer Dash on December 14 in Kennett Square, PA: REGISTER

    Celebrate the holidays with the first annual Reindeer Dash!

  • Rudolph Run on December 14 in Philadelphia, PA: REGISTER

    A fun 3 mile run along the Manayunk canal path.

  • Freezer 5K on December 15 in Horsham, PA: REGISTER

    A unique run along the beautiful powerline trail in Horsham Township!

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Destination Half Marathon: Jersey City Marathon

Runners at the Jersey City marathon.

📆 April 13, 2025

📍Jersey City, NJ

Why Run?

The marathon and half marathon will be a USA Track & Field sanctioned event on a USATF certified course, one of the fastest and flattest in all of America. Furthermore, runners will get to race through Jersey City’s uniquely diverse and culturally rich neighborhoods. This race will be a 2026 Boston Marathon Qualifying event.

Weeks Left To Train: 17 Weeks

Detroit Community Races

  • Santa Hustle Detroit on December 14 in Shelby Township, MI: REGISTER

    Get cozy and comfy with the Santa Shuffle race.

  • Belle Isle New Year’s Eve Run on December 31 in Detroit, MI: REGISTER

    Celebrate 55 years of community.

  • Couple Shuffle on February 1 in Ann Arbor, MI: REGISTER

    Whether you're sprinting with your sweetheart or racing solo, the Valentine themed race promises a heart-pounding good time.

Washington DC Community Races

  • PVTC Christmas Caper 5K/10K on December 21 in Washington DC: REGISTER

    Flat course with 2 out and back segments on paved roads.

  • 2024 Christmas Eve 5k & 10k on December 24 in Washington DC: REGISTER

    Enjoy this scenic, flat 5k & 10k in the heart of DC near the Nation’s Capital.

  • Cupid's Undie Run on February 15 in Washington DC: REGISTER

    Drinking and dancing with a mile(ish) run that ends with an epic dance party.

Bay Area Community Races

  • Rainbow Falls Holiday 5K & Kids Run on December 22 in San Francisco, CA: REGISTER

    Mostly flat, loop course in Golden Gate Park, with start/finish at Kennedy Drive near Transverse.

  • Polo field 5K on January 5 in San Francisco, CA: REGISTER

    A loop course with a mix of uphill/downhill, race is run entirely on roads.

  • Trinidad to Clam Beach Run 2025 on February 8 in Trinidad, CA: REGISTER

    Run along a scenic drive lined with gorgeous redwoods.

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