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Racin' Bacon 5K

Date:
Sun, Nov 08, 2026 at 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location:
99 Larry Holmes Drive
Easton, Pennsylvania
18042
United States
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3.1 Miles 5k Run

Racin’ Bacon 5K

Working together with the PA Bacon Fest – in Easton, PA — this as quickly become one of our favorites. Registration includes a long-sleeved t-shirt, bacon, beer and an awesome race. Our three lead pigs (no, not a real four-legged pig) will get a 30 to 60 second head start…then the race begins! Pass all three mascot pigs and receive a special prize at the end.

The run begins and ends near the amphitheater at Riverside Park in Easton. All runners receive entry to PA Bacon Fest, a long-sleeved shirt (Guaranteed if registered by October 24th), BEER and BACON! The race begins at 9 AM

In addition to prizes for “passing the pigs” age group awards will be given out to the overall winners and top 3 in each age group.

Age Groups (12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+)

There is no special parking set aside for the race – so please plan accordingly. PA Bacon Fest attracts large crowds each day, since the race begins at 9 AM, you will get an early jump on the best spots!

Pricing

January 24 - September 22: $40

September 23- October 31: $45

Week of the Race: $50

Kids 12 and under: $35

Registration will sell out at 275 entries

About PA Bacon Fest >> Hog Wild Eats, Music and Fun!

Located in Historic Easton, Pennsylvania, PA Bacon Fest has grown into one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s most popular events. Named one of the country’s ‘5 Can’t-Miss Bacon Festivals’ (Parade.com) this two-day festival serves up delicious food, live music, family-friendly activities, cooking demos and every sort of bacon treat you can imagine. Festival is held rain or shine the first full weekend of November.

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