PO Box 472, New Bloomfield PA
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
🏃♂️ Race Overview
- Event Name: Ron Shields Perry 5000
- Date: 2026-09-12
- Location: PO Box 472, New Bloomfield, PA
- Race URL: Race Registration
🏅 About the Race
- Dedication: In 2021, we dedicated the race to Ron Shields as he was always involved with running either with the road runners and help restart and coach the cross-country team at West Perry.
- Name Change: In honor of him, we have renamed the Perry 5000 the Ron Shields Perry 5000.
⏰ Race Schedule
- 5k Start Time: 9:30 AM
- Mile Walk & Fun Runs: Starts after the 5k is finished.
- Post-Race: Stick around afterwards for the street fair.
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Course Map
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