Run Against Hunger
2025-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead
The Scranton Running Company will be holding its annual Run Against Hunger 5k/10k race and 2 mile fun walk on the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail starting and ending at the Scranton Half Marathon pavilion.

Downtown On Ice
2026-01-16 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-18 10:00 - 16:00 | 200 N. Washington Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503
3-Day Ice Festival in Downtown Scranton Friday, January 16th-Sunday, January18th with over 55 Ice Sculptures, Live Carving Demonstrations, and more, get ready to chill and thrill at this icy oasis, presented by Scranton Tomorrow! Scranton Tomorrow is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Scranton, PADowntown On Ice brings warmth and excitement to Scranton during the chilly and quieter months, transforming downtown into a vibrant hub of community and business activity. This annual event not only provides entertainment but also supports local businesses.

ShiverFest '26
2026-01-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Parker Street Landing to Sweeney’s Beach
ShiverFest is a non-competitive Extreme Kayak & Canoe Paddle where only the toughest of the tough dare paddle the river on January 17, 2026, river conditions permitting. Paddlers will travel approximately 2.7 miles of the Lackawanna River in Scranton from the Parker Street Landing to Sweeney’s Beach. Paddlers who are willing to brave the winter on the river should have their own vessel, PFD (mandatory) and wetsuit (strongly recommended).

Family to Family Easter Giveaway
2026-04-01 08:00 - 16:00 | The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, 420 N Washington Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
The Friends of the Poor and Catherine McAuley Center Family to Easter Food Basket Giveaway will be held April 1 from 8 AM to 4 PM (or until supplies last) in front of the Cultural Center. It will be drive-through or walk up.

No pre-registration or documentation required

Good Friday Street Procession
2026-04-03 12:00 - 15:30 | 1217 Prospect Avenue – 305 Prospect Avenue
Good Friday Street Procession where the stations of the Cross are acted out in Spanish by members of the Hispanic Community of the parish of St. Teresa of Calcutta.

West Side Spring Eggstravaganza
2026-04-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Novembrino Splash Park, South 10th Ave and Washburn St, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18504
The West Side Spring Eggstravaganza is a free community event that hosts an annual egg hunt in Novembrino Park to celebrate the arrival of the spring season. This event features live music, sweet treats, interactive family-friendly activities, and community resources for the whole family

Scranton Half Marathon
2026-04-11 13:00 - 2026-04-12 14:00 | Various Streets of Scranton
Two day running event. 5k race on 4/11/2026 and half marathon race on 4/12/2026

4/11/2026:

Times: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

4/12/2026:

Times: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

PurpleStride 2026
2026-04-25 09:45 - 11:30 | Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Ave., Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510
PurpleStride is an inspirational day to honor those we lost, celebrate survivors and turn the nation purple! It is a 5k family-friendly walk/run to raise funds and awareness for Pancreatic Cancer

South Side Farmers' Market
2026-05-02 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-30 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-05 10:00 - 13:00 | 526 Cedar Ave
United Neighborhood Center of NEPA South Side Farmers Market (Saturdays)

RiverFest 2026
2026-05-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Parker Street Landing to Sweeney’s Beach
LRCA’s RiverFest 2026 will feature a sojourn paddle from Riverfront Park in Dickson City to Sweeney’s Beach in Scranton. The RiverFest celebration will be held at Parker Street Landing from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. This family-friendly event will have food, educational exhibitors, and live music.

The Office 5K
2026-05-02 13:00 - 14:30 | 500 Block of Linden Street
A road race that passes sites featured in the show The Office

Football Legacy Day
2026-05-02 16:00 - 2026-05-03 10:00 | 409 Adams Ave
Football Alumni event to kick-off capitol campaign

Lackawanna College Spring Fling
2026-05-07 11:30 - 14:30 | 500 Block of Vine Street
End of year celebration for students to participate in activities.

Lackawanna County Treatment Court Graduation
2026-05-07 16:30 - 19:30 | 200 N. Washington Ave.

South Side Farmers' Market
2026-05-09 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-16 10:00 - 13:00 | 526 Cedar Avenue

NEPA Armed Forces Day Parade
2026-05-16 09:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Scranton
The mission of the NEPA Armed Forces Day Parade is to gather and provide support for our armed forces, as well as those who have honorably served our nation. The intent is to do so while offering service members, veterans, and those who support the armed forces the opportunity to stay connected with the local military and veteran community.

Bread Basket Bolt
2026-05-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead
Help Bread Basket of NEPA feed neighbors with the Bread Basket Bolt on Saturday, May 16th, 2026! Registration begins at 8:00 AM, and the race kicks off at 9:00 AM at the Pavilion on Olive Street. This year, Bread Basket of NEPA is offering a 5K, 10K, and 2-Mile Fun Walk.

Swingin' on Vine
2026-05-22 17:00 - 20:00 | 500 Vine Street
The Scranton Public Library will host its annual block party and fundraiser. Rain or shine. This event features live music, food, raffles, and seasonal cocktails. All guests must be 21 years of age or older.

South Side Farmers’ Market
2026-05-23 10:00 - 13:00 | 526 Cedar Avenue
: United Neighborhood Center of NEPA South Side Farmers Market (Saturdays)

Scranton Prep Graduation Ceremony
2026-05-30 18:30 - 21:00 | Loyola Field at Scranton Preparatory School, 1000 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18509
Scranton Preparatory School’s Graduation Ceremony at Loyola Field.

Greek Food Festival
2026-06-02 11:00 - 2026-06-06 19:00 | 505 N. Washington Ave.
Scranton Greek Food Festival

South Side Farmers’ Market
2026-06-06 10:00 - 13:00 | 526 Cedar Avenue

6th Annual Stride for Pride
2026-06-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead
Join us Sunday, June 7th, 2025, at 9:00 AM for the 6th Annual Stride for Pride 5K Run in partnership with Action Together NEPA. We will be running on the beautiful Lackawanna River Heritage Trail on Olive Street in Scranton, PA. Can’t make it on race day? We will also be hosting a Virtual 5K. Run any time on Friday or Saturday and submit your results to our timing friends at Scranton Running Company. The virtual race will be scored, and the results will be displayed by Monday, June 8th.

Catholic Charities USA People of Hope Museum
2026-06-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Ave., Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510
Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton will be hosting Catholic Charities USA’s traveling exhibit called People of Hope: Faith- Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors.

This free exhibit invites visitors to explore the stories of those who have given and received support through local Catholic Charities and aims to foster a sense of unity and empathy among our community. The People of Hope Museum will feature personal video stories from across the country, an audio library, an interactive poverty simulator, and a recording studio for others to share their stories of hope and service if they choose to do so.

This event will be free and open to the general public and will also include creative and engaging activities for people of all ages, as well as allow the community to learn more information on the local Catholic Charities agency in the area. A day at the park that the whole family can enjoy!

Run 4 Ukraine
2026-08-22 09:00 - 10:00
5k run, 1 mile walk
