Port Matilda EMS 5k 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Port Matilda, Pennsylvania
- Entry fee
- From $40
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Run / Walk | 5K | Oct 3, 20269:00 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $40 until Sep 30.
Online registration closes Sep 30, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 5K in Pennsylvania, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Pennsylvania runs 32:40, about 10:31 a mile, based on 622 races with published results. Women typically finish in 35:42 and men in 29:37.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:09 AM, and the 5k Run / Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 990 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Port Matilda Community Park, Port Matilda, PA 16870
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 21% of days. Cold snaps dip to 41°F and hot years reach 77°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.
Race details
- Where
- Port Matilda Community Park, Port Matilda, PA 16870Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 990 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Port Matilda EMS 5k?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Sep 30, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Pennsylvania?
- At $40, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 5K in Pennsylvania, which costs $30 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?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- Port Matilda Community Park, Port Matilda, PA 16870.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Plotaroute; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Port Matilda Emergency Medical Services is excited to announce the Port Matilda EMS 5K Run/Walk, a community fundraiser taking place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM. The event will begin at Port Matilda Community Park, offering a scenic and family‑friendly route through the heart of the borough.
The 5K aims to bring together residents, families, runners, walkers, and supporters from across Centre County to raise funds for essential EMS operations, equipment, and community outreach programs. As a nonprofit emergency service, Port Matilda EMS relies heavily on community support to continue providing high‑quality, lifesaving care to Port Matilda and surrounding rural areas.