What race distances can I run in Erie?
Erie has 5K (5). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Pennsylvania · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Erie, Pennsylvania
Upcoming running races in and near Erie, Pennsylvania - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
7 upcoming races · 6 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Erie races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 17, 2026Erie Runners Club Personal Endurance Classic Erie, PAFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Color Run Erie, PAFrom $10Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Eerie Playhouse Ghostlight Halloween 5K Erie, PAFrom $45Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Frozen Footrace Erie, PAFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026ERC Turkey Trot Erie, PAFrom $15Details Fri, Jan 1, 2027ERC New Year's Day 5 Miler & 5K Erie, PARegistration opens Nov 15From $20Details Sat, Aug 7, 2027LECOM 5K and 1-Mile Wellness Walk Erie, PARegistration opens May 1, 2027From $25Details
Within 100 miles
Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Erie. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 16, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Erie
When is race season in Erie?
October is the busiest month for races in Erie, with 3 of the 7, followed by November with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Erie races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 6 races in Erie with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:02, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Erie?
Browse Erie run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.