Coal Cracker 10K
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Conquer challenging hills and celebrate your grit with unique coal awards, pierogies, and a lively after-party in the historic Coal Region.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveThe Coal Cracker 10K invites runners to a challenging journey through the heart of Shenandoah, PA's Coal Region. Prepare for a course marked by numerous hills, including the infamous St. Nick's breaker, testing your grit and endurance. Finish strong with a final incline, then celebrate your accomplishment at an awards ceremony featuring Mrs. T's Pierogies and Yuengling beer. The festivities continue at The Lyric Bar & Restaurant, making for a memorable post-race experience. A Kids' Fun Run and 1.5-mile run/walk are also offered.
What to expect
- Navigate a challenging 10K course featuring numerous hills, including the steep St. Nick's breaker.
- Celebrate your finish with an awards ceremony offering Mrs. T's Pierogies and Yuengling beer.
- Join the official after-party at The Lyric Bar & Restaurant.
Standout details
- Challenging course with steep hills
- Hand-crafted coal awards
- Mrs. T's Pierogies & Yuengling beer
- Post-race party at The Lyric
Perks & features
- After-Party
After-PartyFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Distances & registration
2 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
1.5 Miles
1 option · closes May 24, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
22d 10h 50m leftKids Fun Run/ 1.5 Mile Run WITH shirt
Closes May 24, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $22.20
10K
1 option · closes Jun 10, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
1mo 9d 10h 50m leftCoal Cracker 10K
Closes Jun 10, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $27.50
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
Join us for the Shenandoah Coal Cracker 10K!
The Coal Cracker 10k is an iconic running event nestled in the heart of the Coal Region. Beginning in the center of Shenandoah (PA), runners take off through downtown Shenandoah before being met with the first of many challenging hills. The course then takes the runners through the twists, turns, and gently rolling hills of the Coal Region before taking a left turn up the infamous St. Nick's breaker. Runners will test their grit and endurance as they face this steep, seemingly endless hill. Once at the top, runners will have a 1 mile cruise downhill back into town where the finish line waits atop a short but nasty incline! The Coal Cracker 10k is a challenging race that will leave runners feeling breathless and accomplished. All participants are invited to attend the awards ceremony complete with world famous Mrs. T's Pierogies and cold Yuengling beer. After the awards join the Coal Cracker after party hosted by The Lyric Bar & Restaurant. The Coal Cracker offers 50+ unique awards, each hand crafted from the finest coal in Schuylkill County.
In addition to the 10K, the Coal Cracker will also be offering a 1.5 Kids' Fun Run open to children 12 and under. The Coal Cracker will also be holding a 1.5 mile run/ walk!