Harmony Silvester is a running and walking event held on December 31, 2026, in Harmony, Pennsylvania, at 538 Main Street. Participants can choose from 1 mile, 5K, or 8 yards distances. The typical start time is 3:30 PM. Entry fees range from $10.00 to $40.00.
From the Race Organizer
The Harmony Silvester 20th Anniversary Celebration is a family-focused event in Historic Harmony that honors its German heritage by celebrating Silvester (New Year’s Eve) on German time-6:00 PM (midnight in Germany). Kicking off the event, there is a 5K race, followed by a 1 Mile Fun Run and new for this year a Diaper Dash. At 6 PM, we will count down in German to a ball-drop, followed by fireworks and singing of Auld Lang Syne. Other activities include vendors, and a Christmas tree and wreath toss. The first 300 5K runners will receive a long-sleeve 20th anniversary race shirt. Guaranteed size must be made by December 7th. Thereafter, while inventory lasts. Day of registration will be held in the Grace Church Gymnasium at 538 Main Street, Harmony, PA 16037 starting at 2 PM. Changing facilities available in the gym. Please note the gym will close at 5:45 PM so the volunteers can attend the countdown. 5K starts at 3:30 on Mercer Street across from the entrance to the Harmony Museum. 1 Mile Fun Run starts at 4:15 on Wood Street across from the Harmony Inn. **NEW** Diaper Dash starts at 5:15 inside Grace Church Gymnasium. Packet Pickup - Early packet pickup at Grace Church Gymnasium (Dec 30th - 4 - 7 PM). Race day starting at 2:00 PM at the gym. Weather - We will hold the event except for extreme weather (blizzard conditions). Parking is available in and around Harmony. Parking for participants at Grace Church lot until full. Parking also at Robinson Fans at 400 Robinson Drive and German Street and at Transtex Composites at 200 Utah Street. 5K Course Description - Race starts and ends across from the entrance to the Harmony Museum parking lot on Mercer Street. Course is an out and back starting out going slightly downhill, then one large hill followed by a flat stretch parallel to the Connoquenessing Creek. The last 1/2 mile to the finish will be slightly uphill. 1 Mile Course Description - Race starts on Wood Street directly across from the Harmony Inn. Course is flat and remains in town doing a loop. Diaper Dash - If your child is crawling or just starting to walk, this is the event for you. Participants will dash across padded mats to the finish line. Awards 5K - Top 3 Male & Female Overall. Top 3 Male & Female in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80+. Awards can be picked up in the gymnasium immediately following the race. Note the gym will close at 5:45 so the volunteers can attend the countdown. 1 Mile participants receive a finisher's medal. Parents may run free with their children under age 5. Toddler Dash participants receive a finisher's medal. Refunds - Sorry, no refunds. All proceeds benefit Harmony parks, trail, canoe launch, summer concerts, Color Run and Silvester events. Parking is available in and around Harmony. Parking for participants at Grace Church lot until full. Parking also at near Robinson Fans at 400 Robinson Drive and German Street and at Transtex Composites at 200 Utah Street. This race is chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management
Course & Travel Notes
Sunrise on race day occurs at 7:44 AM, with the Harmony Silvester starting at 3:30 PM. The race takes place at an elevation of 922 feet in Harmony, Pennsylvania. December typical weather normals for the area include an average high of 40°F and an average low of 24°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 43% of days. Pittsburgh International Airport is located 22.2 miles from the venue.
⛰️ 922 ft elevation☀️ Typically 40°F / 24°F · 43% chance of rain✈️ Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) — 22.2 mi
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Harmony Silvester 2026 — Harmony, PA takes place on December 31, 2026. The race is held in Harmony, Pennsylvania.
Where is Harmony Silvester 2026 — Harmony, PA held?
Harmony Silvester 2026 — Harmony, PA is held at 538 Main Street in Harmony, Pennsylvania.
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