Saturday, November 7, 2026
The Region’s Oldest Running Event!
The first York White Rose Run was held in 1977 and it has been run on the streets of York City ever since. This family-friendly race has drawn as many as 800+ runners and has been known to attract a field of elite runners from local and regional areas, including Olympic Games participants from eleven different countries.
You can read The White Rose Run’s Colorful History here: https://yorkroadrunners.com/the-white-rose-runs-colorful-history/
The York Road Runners Club, established in 1976, proudly manages, organizes, and directs the York White Rose Run. This race is put on by runners for runners and is geared to participants of all abilities and experience levels. It has much to offer, from a special course that runs through York City, to a great tech shirt for those who choose to purchase it, to a post-race party complete with great food, beer, and a band.
For 2026, the 49th Running will start on Princess Street near Granfalloons and finish near Princess and Cherry Lane! Water station will be at the 1.5 mile and 3.5 mile mark. Post-race party at Granfalloons!
2026 Course Map:
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– Map My Ride
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The VIRTUAL race is anywhere/anytime between October 1 and October 31, 2026. You can run anywhere/anytime during the time period, including course maps from previous years. Just run/walk five miles. Once you finish your virtual race, you can upload your results on the Submit Virtual Results button.
You can be a VOLUNTEER. With the race running through the city, we need many volunteers, who will receive a race t-shirt exactly like the runners’ shirts, along with a good feeling that you are helping a good cause. All volunteers must register through the Volunteer Sign Up !
Community Focused
The York White Rose Run is proud to support Bell Socialization – a nonprofit organization who aspire to bring positive change to the greater York/Hanover area by offering opportunities for the 2,500 people served annually through our programs to enrich their lives. To read more about our 2026 beneficiary, please visit their website here.
When you register for the race or to volunteer, please consider supporting our race beneficiary. Every penny you donate will go directly to Bell Socialization. Even if you won’t be running or volunteering for White Rose Run, you may donate on runsignup.
Prizes and Cash Awards
Prize Money: Top five male and female finishers will receive $250, $200, $150, $100, & $50, respectively.
Masters Awards: The top male and female finishers forty and over will receive $75; the second will receive $50. If a master winner is in the top 5 overall, he/she wins both cash awards.
Age Group Cap Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group.
01-14, Top 3, Male and Female
15-19, Top 3, Male and Female
20-24, Top 3, Male and Female
25-29, Top 3, Male and Female
30-34, Top 3, Male and Female
35-39, Top 3, Male and Female
40-44, Top 3, Male and Female
45-49, Top 3, Male and Female
50-54, Top 3, Male and Female
55-59, Top 3, Male and Female
60-64, Top 3, Male and Female
65-69, Top 3, Male and Female
70-74, Top 3, Male and Female
75-79, Top 3 Male and Female
80+, Top 3 Male and Female
Additional Race Amenities
Chip Timing by 2L Race Services: Precise and immediate timing results
Extra Fun:
- Our favorite bagpiper, Rodney Yeaple, will be on the course again this year!
- And the Temple Guard Drumline will be inspiring you to push through that finish line!
Packet Pickup will be at Fleet Feet York (1511 Mt Rose Ave York) on FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6 from 2:00pm until 7:00pm
Post Race Ceremony:
Please join us in welcoming 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐧𝐬 as this year’s new venue sponsor along with Royal Square! We are incredibly excited about this new partnership and grateful for their support as we continue the tradition of the York White Rose Run.
Visiting York, PA
York is one of Pennsylvania’s fastest growing areas and a popular tourist destination. With compelling history, exhilarating outdoor adventure, fantastic factory tours and one of Pennsylvania’s premier wine trails, York County offers exciting experiences sure to satisfy your adventurous, romantic or carefree nature. Visit www.yorkpa.org for a variety of fun agenda items!
Where to stay: The York Area features many fine hotels that are a short distance from the race.