11 events in Allentown, Pennsylvania

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West End St. Patrick’s 5K - 2026 [westendstpats5k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sun, Mar 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Description

The Lehigh Valley's most fun and festive race is back on March 22, 2026! Our 2026 race will again start at noon.

Don't wait -- registration for this race will close on March 15 or 1,000 runners...

The Lehigh Valley's most fun and festive race is back on March 22, 2026! Our 2026 race will again start at noon.

Don't wait -- registration for this race will close on March 15 or 1,000 runners whichever comes first.

Break out your green gear and Irish spirit for the 16th running of the West End St. Patrick's 5k in Allentown. You'll enjoy a fast, flat, closed course with loads of people out to cheer you on in advance of the annual Allentown St. Patrick's Parade. While the course is perfect for a PR, it's also ideal for friends and family who simply want to come out and have a darn good time.

New in 2026: a Guinness hydration station option at the water stop midway through the race plus awards for top three males and females in this category. (Must be 21. 16 oz cans of Guinness Draught or Guinness 0.0.)

Usual amenities include Friday, Saturday and race-day bib pick up, indoor toilets at the start line, personalized bibs (if registered by February 22), digital clocks at miles 1 and 2, a fabulous post-race indoor lunch with cookies, five-year age group awards and prizes for the best outfits. Race shirts, socks and glassware are available for purchase.

Thank you to our primary sponsors, St. Luke's University Health Network, Muhlenberg College, QNB and Friends of The Allentown Parks. Discount codes for $5 off are available if you are part of the St. Luke's, Muhlenberg, QNB and FOTAP families.

Sales of shirts and glassware closed February 22; sock sales close March 16. Please note: shirts, glassware or socks are not included with your entry. We will have extra merch available for sale after the race.

We do not process refunds or deferrals or allow transfers. Sorry.

You must be able to finish the 5k in 1 hour and 20 minutes, meaning you can complete the race with a brisk walk. Anyone slower risks getting trampled by bagpipe bands on 19th Street at 1 p.m. That's no way to go.

Join us!

5k Indoor Run Walk
2400 W. Liberty Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18104, United States
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St. Luke's Half Marathon & 5K [stlukeshalfmarathon.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 1:45 PM

Description

RACE WEEKEND: April 25-26, 2026

Saturday, April 25

St. Luke's Youth Run: 2:00 PM. Kids run free. Youth Run is held in Lehigh Parkway. 1600 Park Drive, Allentown

Race Expo: 9AM-4PM @ St. SportsPlex...

RACE WEEKEND: April 25-26, 2026

Saturday, April 25

St. Luke's Youth Run: 2:00 PM. Kids run free. Youth Run is held in Lehigh Parkway. 1600 Park Drive, Allentown

Race Expo: 9AM-4PM @ St. SportsPlex Home of Pickleball Lehigh Valley

4636 Crackersport Rd, Allentown Pa 18104

Sunday, April 26

St. Luke's Half Marathon - 8:10 AM start

St. Luke's 5k - 8:00 AM start

Location: William Allen High School

Address: 126 N. 17th St., Allentown, PA 18104

Course Information: Due to the City of Allentown regulations, the half marathon course will open to traffic in three hours.

Race day registration is not available.

Charity Event: All proceeds benefit grants, scholarships, and other programs put forth by the Lehigh Valley Road Runners.

Race bandits will be banned from all LVRR events for a period of one year. If caught wearing a bib that is not your own, both parties will be banned from all LVRR events for a period of one year.

3.1 Miles 5k 13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run
126 N. 17th Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18104, United States
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LVRR May Summer Series 5K [lvrr.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Wed, May 06, 2026 at 6:30 PM

Description

2026 Race Dates: May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5 & September 2

This is a free 5k race series which includes 5 races held on the first Wednesday of each month from May through September.

You do not...

2026 Race Dates: May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5 & September 2

This is a free 5k race series which includes 5 races held on the first Wednesday of each month from May through September.

You do not need to be an LVRR club member to participate in this series. Sign up online and come out to Lehigh Parkway for this relaxed, no-frills race.

The course is accurately measured, mostly flat, cinder trail in the Parkway. Due to scheduled repairs to Bogarts Bridge, the course will be modified in 2025 Map

Race Day Check-In: Begins at 5:30 PM - All runners must check in.

Age: Racers must be 10 years of age.

Time Limit: 60 minutes (19:35 minute/mile)

Start Time: Begins at 6:30 PM with the exception of September which begins at 6:00 PM

We will no longer host the Potluck Dinner – The club will provide hotdogs, water and chips. Please do not bring food to share.

Thank you

3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail
1600 Park Drive, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18103, United States
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15th Anniversary Rock N' Run [rocknrun4kids.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, May 09, 2026 at 8:30 AM

Description

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month—and what better way to celebrate than by joining us for the 15th Anniversary Rock N Run 4 Kids!

Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Coca-Cola...

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month—and what better way to celebrate than by joining us for the 15th Anniversary Rock N Run 4 Kids!

Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown, PA. Choose your challenge: 5-Mile, 5K, or Kids Fun Run (in person) or go virtual with the 5-Mile, 5K, or Mile-A-Day Challenge—complete your race anytime now throughout May!

Special Note: The Kids Fun Run is FREE, but space is limited to the first 125 participants—don’t wait to register!

Proceeds benefit The Salvation Army's Foster Care & Adoption Program, helping us provide loving homes and vital services to children in foster care right here in our community.

Registration Pricing and Deadlines:

Early Bird (through December 31, 2025)

5K—$30(in person or virtual)

5 Mile—$35 (in person or virtual)

Kids Run—FREE

Mile-A-Day Challenge $35 (virtual only)

Standard Registration: January 1- May 9, 2026:

5K—$35 (in person or virtual)

5 Mile—$40 (in person or virtual)

Kids Run—FREE

Mile-A-Day Challenge $40 (virtual only)

Day of Registration for In-Person Event: May 9, 2026

5K—$40 (in person or virtual)

5 Mile—$45 (in person or virtual)

Kids Run—FREE

Register to run or walk the virtual 5 Mile, 5K, or Kids Fun Run or Mile-A-Day Challenge anytime now throughout the month of May.

Participants who register for the virtual 5 Mile, 5K, or Mile-A-Day Challenge before April 15, 2026, will receive a t-shirt and race certificate. (Choose option to have items shipped to you for an additional $8 if you do not plan to pick up in person).

Email Florence Rhue at florence.rhue@use.salvationarmy.org with any questions. All registrants will receive detailed participation instructions.

Register today for the 15th Anniversary Rock N' Run and make a difference in the life of a local child in foster care!

5k 5 Miles 31 Miles Fun Run Run Virtual Walk
1050 Iron Pigs Way, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18109, United States
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The Fast and Furriest 5k presented by the Sanctuary at Haafsville [runsignup.com]
Sun, May 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Description

T-SHIRT DEADLINE IS MAY 20TH!!

Join the The Sanctuary at Haafsville on Sunday, May 31, 2026, 9:00 a.m., for the Fast and Furriest 5K Run & Walk

The Sanctuary at Haafville is a local non-profit...

T-SHIRT DEADLINE IS MAY 20TH!!

Join the The Sanctuary at Haafsville on Sunday, May 31, 2026, 9:00 a.m., for the Fast and Furriest 5K Run & Walk

The Sanctuary at Haafville is a local non-profit no-kill animal rescue in Breinigsville PA. We are hosting our 2nd Annual run/walk event, The Fast and Furriest 5k on May 31, 2026. All funds raised through this event will be used for the daily care of our animals including vetting and medical expenses. To date, we have rescued over 14,000 animals and placed them in loving "furever" homes!. These animals “rescue” the people who adopt them as well. They enrich the lives of the families they join. Our goal is to be able to continue to bring people and animals together.

With a fun course, a custom-designed race T-shirt, and post-race refreshments, we’re sure you’ll be calling this 5k one of your most favorite running events and know all proceeds go right back to supporting the animals.

We invite participants to run or walk the course which will be open to the public but will have traffic control on site. Race fee is $35 through April 29th ($40 after that date and NO race day registration.)

Race Day Check-In: Begins at 8:00 AM - All runners must check in prior to the race.

Awards:

Overall Male 1st & 2nd

Overall Female 1st & 2nd

Age Group Winners

NO DUPLICATION OF AWARDS

While we love everyones pets we prefer you don't bring your pet to this event. We will be featuring several of the shelter dogs and want them to be the focus so we can find them homes!

5k Run Walk
Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18103, United States
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LVRR June Summer Series 5K [lvrr.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Wed, Jun 03, 2026 at 6:30 PM

Description

This is the graduation race for First Strides! Welcome, ladies, and congrats!!

2026 Dates: May 6 – June 3 – July 1 – August 5 – September 2

This is a free 5k race series which includes 5 races held...

This is the graduation race for First Strides! Welcome, ladies, and congrats!!

2026 Dates: May 6 – June 3 – July 1 – August 5 – September 2

This is a free 5k race series which includes 5 races held on the first Wednesday of each month from May through September.

You do not need to be an LVRR club member to participate in this series. Sign up online and come out to Lehigh Parkway for this relaxed, no-frills race.

The course is accurately measured, mostly flat, cinder trail in the Parkway. Due to scheduled repairs to Bogarts Bridge, the course will be modified in 2025 Map

Race Day Check-In: Begins at 5:30 PM - All runners must check in.

Age: Racers must be 10 years of age.

Time Limit: 60 minutes (19:35 minute/mile)

Start Time: Begins at 6:30 PM with the exception of September which begins at 6:00 PM

We will no longer host the Potluck Dinner – The club will provide hotdogs, water and chips. Please do not bring food to share.

Thank you

3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail
Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18103, United States
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LVRR July Summer Series 5K [lvrr.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Wed, Jul 01, 2026 at 6:30 PM

Description

Remaining Race Dates: August 5 & September 2

This is a free 5k race series which includes 5 races held on the first Wednesday of each month from May through September.

You do not need to be an LVRR...

Remaining Race Dates: August 5 & September 2

This is a free 5k race series which includes 5 races held on the first Wednesday of each month from May through September.

You do not need to be an LVRR club member to participate in this series. Sign up online and come out to Lehigh Parkway for this relaxed, no-frills race.

The course is accurately measured, mostly flat, cinder trail in the Parkway. Due to scheduled repairs to Bogarts Bridge, the course will be modified in 2025 Course Map

Race Day Check-In: Begins at 5:30 PM - All runners must check in.

Age: Racers must be 10 years of age.

Time Limit: 60 minutes (19:35 minute/mile)

Start Time: Begins at 6:30 PM with the exception of September which begins at 6:00 PM

We will no longer host the Potluck Dinner – The club will provide hotdogs, water and chips. Please do not bring food to share.

3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail
Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18103, United States
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LVRR August Summer Series 5K [lvrr.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Wed, Aug 05, 2026 at 6:30 PM

Description

Remaining Race Dates: September 2

This is a free 5k race series which includes 5 races held on the first Wednesday of each month from May through September.

You do not need to be an LVRR club member...

Remaining Race Dates: September 2

This is a free 5k race series which includes 5 races held on the first Wednesday of each month from May through September.

You do not need to be an LVRR club member to participate in this series. Sign up online and come out to Lehigh Parkway for this relaxed, no-frills race.

The course is accurately measured, mostly flat, cinder trail in the Parkway. Due to scheduled repairs to Bogarts Bridge, the course will be modified in 2025 Course Map

Race Day Check-In: Begins at 5:30 PM - All runners must check in.

Age: Racers must be 10 years of age.

Time Limit: 60 minutes (19:35 minute/mile)

Start Time: Begins at 6:30 PM with the exception of September which begins at 6:00 PM

We will no longer host the Potluck Dinner – The club will provide hotdogs, water and chips. Please do not bring food to share.

5k Run Trail
Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18103, United States
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LVRR September Summer Series 5K [lvrr.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Wed, Sep 02, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Description

FINAL RACE OF OUR SUMMER SERIES!

OUR PREDICTION RUN IS BACK!!!

HOW IT WORKS: No watches!!! At 6 PM we will set the clock to 60 minutes and it will count down to zero. You start your race at the time...

FINAL RACE OF OUR SUMMER SERIES!

OUR PREDICTION RUN IS BACK!!!

HOW IT WORKS: No watches!!! At 6 PM we will set the clock to 60 minutes and it will count down to zero. You start your race at the time you think it will take you to finish. If everyone guesses correctly, everyone should finish at the same time.

This is a free 5k race series that includes 5 races held on the first Wednesday of each month from May through September.

You do not need to be an LVRR club member to participate in this series. Sign up online and come out to Lehigh Parkway for this relaxed, no-frills race.

The course is accurately measured, mostly flat, cinder trail in the Parkway. Due to scheduled repairs to Bogarts Bridge, the course is modified. Course Map

Race Day Check-In: Begins at 5:15 PM - All runners must check in prior to the race. Please look for our volunteers in orange safety vests.

Age: Racers must be 10 years of age.

Time Limit: 60 minutes (19:35 minute/mile)

Start Time: Begins at 6:00 PM this month

We will no longer host the Potluck Dinner – The club will provide hotdogs, water and chips. Please do not bring food to share.

3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail
Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18103, United States
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9/11 Heroes Run - Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania [runsignup.com]
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Description

The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who've served our nations since. We activate & unite communities and...

The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who've served our nations since. We activate & unite communities and empower local veterans, active duty, first responders, and families of the fallen.

TMF is proud to partner with GORUCK again with rucking divisions at every run. Rucking is a sport based on special forces training in which participants walk or run while carrying weighted rucksacks. All participants registered for the GORUCK division will earn this year's exclusive TMF GORUCK patch. Learn more about GORUCK here.

1 Miles 5k Run Walk
Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18104, United States
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Lights in the Parkway 5K [runsignup.com]
Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Description

Lights in the Parkway 5K

The Lights in the Parkway 5K is a fun-filled event and great way to kick-off the holiday season with the family. This festive 5K takes place on the Wednesday evening prior to...

Lights in the Parkway 5K

The Lights in the Parkway 5K is a fun-filled event and great way to kick-off the holiday season with the family. This festive 5K takes place on the Wednesday evening prior to Thanksgiving at the Lehigh Parkway in Allentown. Runners (and walkers) get the opportunity to preview the lights display up close and personal by foot. After the race, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies as we cheer on the runners finishing up.

Registration for the Lights in the Parkway 5K includes a great view of the Lights in the Parkway holiday light display, a long-sleeved event t-shirt and hot chocolate and cookies after the race. Shirts are guaranteed if registered by November 6th. We will also be printing your name on your race bib if you register by October 29th – so don’t wait!

THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT 5 YEARS IN A ROW - CAPACITY IS LIMITED

Registration for the race sells out at 1,200 runners.

Parking for the event is at a premium, so we suggest that you plan on arriving early and carpooling as much as possible. There is no parking within the Parkway. All cars must enter the area off of Lehigh Street to Vultee. We ask that you please keep moving and wait until one of our staff directs you to park. This allows us to maximize the use of space and makes it easier for everyone. All cars will park facing the same direction on both sides of the road. There is a decent walk to get to the starting line, please plan accordingly.

The race is chip-timed by Second Wind Race Timing. Ornaments will be given out to the top 50 finishers in 3 categories (men, women and kids 12 and under) —-Ornaments are given out based on chip time. You must pick up your ornament after the race, they will not be shipped.

Rain/Snow Date: TBD, This only comes into play in extreme circumstances when the city closes the park.

3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk
1600 Park Drive, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18103, United States
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Local Clubs & Organizations

Parkland Aquatic Club Club

[teamunify.com] [usaswimming.org]
USA Swimming Club. Safe Sport Recognized. 98 members.

Swim

Contact: paacswim@hotmail.com
1300 Main Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18104, United States
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Phone: +1 484-397-4092
Parkland Swimming Club Club

[pscswim.com] [usaswimming.org]
USA Swimming Club. Safe Sport Recognized. 182 members.

Swim

Contact: adm.pscswim@gmail.com
2700 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18104-9735, United States
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Phone: +1 484-985-9872

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