Outrun the Hackers 5K

It's Cybersecurity Awareness Month and what better way to raise cyber awareness than to Outrun the Hackers!!! October 21, 2026 | Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | 3:00pm Join Harrisburg University, InfraGard Central PA, cybersecurity professionals, students, government leaders, industry partners, and community members for the inaugural Outrun the Hackers 5K—a unique community event celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month and promoting cyber resilience, wellness, and community engagement. Whether you're a seasoned runner or casual walker, this event offers a fun and meaningful way to get some fresh air and connect with the cybersecurity community while enjoying a beautiful run through Pennsylvania's Capital City. Event Schedule * Registration & Check-In: 1:30 PM (City Island Carousel Pavilion) * Opening Remarks: 2:45 PM * Outrun the Hackers 5K Start: 3:00 PM * Awards Ceremony: 4:15 PM (approximately) Rain or Shine What You Get * Official Outrun the Hackers 5K race t-shirt* * Professional chip timing and race results * Finisher medal for all participants* * Awards for top overall male and female finishers * Awards for top finishers in each age group * Post-race refreshments and snacks * Great memories, photos, and an opportunity to support cybersecurity awareness and education *Shirt sizes and medals are guaranteed for participants registered by the early registration deadline. Late registrations while supplies last. Awards Categories * Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers in the following age groups: 10 & Under 11–14 15–19 20–29 30–39 40–49 50–59 60–69 70+ Cyber-Themed Course Experience * As you make your way through the course, you'll encounter cybersecurity-themed mile markers, motivational checkpoints, and "hacker" zones where you will have the opportunity to truly "Outrun the Hackers": Mile 1 – Phishing Defense Zone Mile 2 – Zero Trust Corridor Mile 3 – AI Defender Sprint * Participants are encourage