Run For The Diamonds 2026 — Berwick, PA

Date
November 26, 2026
Location
Berwick, PA
Venue
Elks Lodge
Start Time
10:00 AM
Sunrise
7:05 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00 – $45.00
Events
Run For The Diamonds
Includes
T-Shirt
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Run For The Diamonds is a running event featuring a 9-mile distance held on November 26, 2026, in Berwick, Pennsylvania, at the Elks Lodge. The race starts at 10:00 AM with entry fees ranging from $35.00 to $45.00.

From the Race Organizer
The Run For The Diamonds is an annual Thanksgiving Day 9-mile road race which takes place in Berwick, Pennsylvania, United States. The race started in 1908 and has only been cancelled two years, 1918 & 1919. The first 1,300 runners will receive a long sleeve moisture wicking shirt. Course record award is now $3,000. Race Day registration will be available in person only. Cash or check only. $50 START TIMES: 10:00AM - Mass Start RACE ENTRY: Sept 1 - Oct 31: $35 plus $3 processing fee Nov 1 - Nov 21: $45 plus $3 processing fee The race fee is refundable if the race is cancelled The $3 processing fee is non-refundable. Previous overall race winners and diamond winners from 2025 can contact andy@falconracetiming.com for race entry code. PACKET PICK-UP: Packet pickup will be 1PM -7PM on Wednesday, November 25 at the Elks. Packet pickup will be 8AM until 9:40AM on race day at the Elks. Race Day registration will be available in person only. Cash or check only. $50 The first 1,300 runners will receive a long sleeve moisture wicking shirt. ***The race will follow ALL State and CDC Guidelines. Questions regarding the race please contact diamondrun@verizon.net

Course & Travel Notes

Run For The Diamonds takes place in Berwick, Pennsylvania on November 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM, which is nearly three hours after sunrise at 7:05 AM. The venue sits at 571 feet elevation. November typically brings average highs of 48°F and lows of 31°F, with measurable precipitation on 30% of days. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is 32.9 miles from the race venue.

⛰️ 571 ft elevation☀️ Typically 48°F / 31°F · 30% chance of rain✈️ Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) — 32.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Run For The Diamonds 2026 — Berwick, PA?

Run For The Diamonds 2026 — Berwick, PA takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Berwick, Pennsylvania.

Where is Run For The Diamonds 2026 — Berwick, PA held?

Run For The Diamonds 2026 — Berwick, PA is held at Elks Lodge in Berwick, Pennsylvania.

Where can I find hotels near Run For The Diamonds 2026 — Berwick, PA?

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