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Kettle Cooker Trail Race 2026

Date
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Start time
8:00 AM start (New York)
Entry fee
From $60
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Kettle Cooker 25KOtherOct 4, 20268:00 AM$80–
Kettle Cooker 50K50KOct 4, 20268:00 AM$120–
Kettle Cooker 5 Miler8KOct 4, 20268:00 AM$60–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • Kettle Cooker 25K: $80 until Oct 3.
  • Kettle Cooker 50K: $120 until Oct 3.
  • Kettle Cooker 5 Miler: $60 until Oct 3.

Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $120, entry is about 71 percent above a typical 50K in Pennsylvania, which costs $70 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 50K in Pennsylvania runs 8:09:32, about 15:45 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 8:57:48 and men in 7:56:37.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:01 AM, and the Kettle Cooker 25K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 350 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

50 W Christine Road, Nottingham, PA 19362

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

Typical race-day weather

Around October 4 the day usually runs from 54°F at dawn to 70°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 17% of days. Cold snaps dip to 45°F and hot years reach 78°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Kettle Cooker Trail Race cover on their registration page, in brief.

Rules and FAQ

FAQ

Where do I park on race day? There will be about 3 acres of field parking available, along with assistance from volunteers. There is room for about 300 cars, but please carpool if you are able to. Please note: these are mowed fields and…

Full details on the race's RunSignup page

Race details

Where
50 W Christine Road, Nottingham, PA 19362Map
Course
Trail
Start elevation
About 350 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Distances
8K, 50K, Other
Editions
2026 (Oct 4, 2026), 2025 (Oct 5, 2025), 2024 (Oct 6, 2024), 2023 (Oct 8, 2023)

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Quick answers

When is Kettle Cooker Trail Race?
Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $60 before processing fees.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Pennsylvania?
At $120, entry is about 71 percent above a typical 50K in Pennsylvania, which costs $70 right now.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
What distances can I run?
8K, 50K, Other.
Where does it start?
50 W Christine Road, Nottingham, PA 19362.

From the organizers

Explore the scenic Glenroy Preserve trails at the fourth annual Kettle Cooker Trail Race on October 4th, 2026 presented by Herr's Snacks and Hoka, along with many local sponsors! It takes a village!

Glenroy Preserve is a beautiful outdoor playground that also happens to be rich in history. Some of the trails will take you through parts of the Underground Railroad, while even running past a tavern that was said to have served patrons during the Civil War.

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