Run for the Glasses
Run for the Glasses offers a scenic out-and-back course benefiting a worthy cause.
Race Date
Jun 6, 2026
Location
Drums, PA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 6, 2026
- Location
- Drums, Pennsylvania
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 10K, Virtual Race Option; 13.1M/10K/5K/5KDog Jog/Youth 1M
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 50
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Run for the Glasses, held in Drums, PA, is more than just a race; it's a community event supporting Community Services for Sight. Runners navigate the scenic Honey Hole Road in an out-and-back format, starting and finishing at the Honey Hole Winery.
This event, part of the Valley Running Club Festival of Races, has seen a growing field since its inception. While the repeat-runner loyalty is modest at around 9%, the race offers a chance to contribute to a vital cause while enjoying a pleasant run. The course is designed to be fast, with minimal elevation change, making it a potential PR course for many.
Participants can choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, with a dog jog also available. T-shirts are guaranteed for those who register by May 17th, and packet pickup is conveniently available on Thursday, Friday, and race day morning. Awards are given for overall winners and age group placements, ensuring a rewarding experience for many.
Race-provided description
We hope to see you Saturday June 6th at the Run for the Glasses Half Marathon/ 10K / 5K & dog jog races!!! This will be the 1st event in the Valley Running Club Festival of Races!! All courses will be run out and back on the scenic Honey Hole Road. Start and Finish is located at the Honey Hole Winery. The official Gun Start will be at 7:00 a.m. for the Half Marathon and 7:30 for the 5K & 10K Races. The start line will remain open for 10 Min to allow for late starts. Gun time will be used for overall awards / Chip time will be used for age group awards. Shirts: Shirt sizes are guaranteed for all registered by May 17th. After that shirts are available only while supplies last. Packet Pickup: We will be hosting packet pickup at the Honey Hole Winery Thursday & Friday before raceday from 11am till 4 PM. Packet pickup is also available on race day starting at 6:00 a.m. Same Day Registration: Same day registration will be available using this Runsignup registration platform. Pre-register and SAVE$$. Same Day registration will see a $5 increase in all fees. Award Ceremony: Awards for the 5K & 10K race will be handed out starting at 8:30. Half Marathon Over all winners will be awarded at 8:45. Half Marathon Age Group will take place as a rolling ceremony until the course closes. Age Groups and Awards 5K/10K/13.1 overall male and female awards for first place. Medals will be awarded to MALE and FEMALE runners in 10 year age groups. Dog-Jog Back again for 2026, a Dog-Jog Division. Runners and their dogs will set out onto the 5K course. Over-all awards for top 3 finishers. And all dogs will receive a special treat :-) Virtual Race Option Want to support our cause, but not able to show up on race day?? We have a virtual option for all distances. Race on your own course, on your own time between Saturday June 8th, and Sunday June 9th, Submit your time electronically and you will be scored in a special division of any of these 4 events: 13.1M, 10K, 5K, 5K Dog Jog, or Youth 1 Mile All proceeds benefit Hazleton Area's Community Services for Sight
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
2 Honey Hole Rd, Drums, PA, 18222
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
2 years running
~25 finishers a year
small race — neutral
9% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:25:42
typical high 75°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
75°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.2"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
69%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 50 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2022
Total finishers
50
Median time
1:57:52
Latest turnout
32
States
1
Turnout by year
2021–2022
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Run for the Glasses?
The Run for the Glasses is held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Run for the Glasses take place?
It takes place in Drums, Pennsylvania.
What distances does the Run for the Glasses offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 10K, Virtual Race Option; 13.1M/10K/5K/5KDog Jog/Youth 1M.
Is the Run for the Glasses course flat and good for a PR?
The Run for the Glasses is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Run for the Glasses?
HalfRuns has finish records for 50 runners who have completed the Run for the Glasses.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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