8 running, walking, cycling, and other events in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
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Bethlehem
8 events in Bethlehem-
Sat, Feb 14, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
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Check-in begins at 8:00 AM and the race starts at 10:00 AM.
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The event is fully accessible and pet-friendly, but all pets must remain leashed at all times.
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This is a certified 5K with professional timing. All results will be posted immediately after the race.
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To guarantee your Cupid's Chase shirt, please register by January 1, 2026; after that date, shirts will be available while supplies last.
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Giveaways include a Cupid's Chase finisher medal and drawstring bag, available while supplies last.
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Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.
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Age group medals will be awarded to the overall male and female finishers in each of the following 14 age groups: 12 & under, 13–15, 16–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69 and 70 & over.
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This is a rain or shine event. All registration fees are non-refundable.
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Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 3:00 PMSee full details
Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.
Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.
High School: We also welcome our High School runners! Our high school students will be running a 2 mile race.
Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.
Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.
Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):
Kindergarten & 1st Grade
2nd & 3rd Grade
4th & 5th Grade
6th to 8th Grade
High School
Challenger
Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!
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Sat, May 02, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
Centennial School 35th Annual 5K Run / 2 Mile Walk
Proceeds aid in providing our students with valuable educational and recreational experiences.
Location:
Centennial School of Lehigh University 5K is held on the scenic cross-country trails of Lehigh University’s Goodman Campus in Bethlehem, PA. The starting line is located in front of Goodman Stadium again this year. Dogs on leashes are welcome!
Awards:
1st Overall Male & Female plus top Male & Female in 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Entry 5K & 2 Mile Walk Fee:
Adults (20 & over) $25.00 with shirt if registered by April 4, 2026. After that date and including race day $30.00 and shirt is NOT included.
Youth (19 and under) $15.00 with shirt if registered by April 4, 2026. After that date and including race day $20.00 and shirt is NOT included.
Course Map, (see menu item)
T-Shirt:
Adult Unisex: S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
Youth: S M L
Raffle:
All participants are eligible for entry for raffle prizes. Prizes include gift cards to local restaurants and attractions.
Race Results:
Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.; Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com
Questions:
Contact: Race Director – Brooke Badalamente
2196 Avenue C Bethlehem, PA 18017
610-266-6500 or [email protected]
GPS Address:
Goodman Stadium
150 Goodman Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Parking:
Please see the map for designated race parking off of Goodman Drive. Handicapped parking is available closer to the stadium.
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Team Vark 2026 registration opens March 31, 2026 and is open to the first 200 people.
Team Vark is more than just a group—it's a community of runners united by a love for the sport and the camaraderie it brings. Supported by Aardvark Sports Shop, we come together for our Saturday morning runs to push ourselves, share the experience, and inspire each other. Whether you're chasing a personal best or just enjoying the journey, you're part of the team.
Training should be stress free!! We hope that you ultimately find the right program for you, but you can switch training programs to fit your needs with no additional cost. Feel free to explore another group for a trial period, or for a more permanent switch, reach out to us at [email protected] via email.
5k training: For the beginner to experienced runner. No running experience needed!
10k training: For the beginner to experienced runner. We recommend being able to complete a 5k within 6 months before Team Vark training starts in June.
Half Marathon training: For the intermediate beginner to experienced runner. Due to logistics, staffing, and safety, we recommend that you're able to comfortably complete a 10k, without walking, within 6 months before Team Vark training starts on July 11th.
This year our season will be 15 weeks long, starting on July 11th and ending with Bethlehem Running Festival on October 16th-18th. This includes 14 training runs leading up to race weekend. Runners on Team Vark will receive...
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Team Vark race day shirt
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10% OFF at Aardvark Sports Shop from April 1st to October 31st
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Weekly training runs
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Supplemented training schedule
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Discounted entry to Bethlehem Running Festival
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Team Vark Afterparty
We hope you join us for our 14th season of Team Vark in 2026!
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Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 11:30 AMSee full details
A truly fun run that kicks off the Tartan Parade - Kilts and plaid are highly encouraged!
This is the 34th Celtic Classic 5K Run/Walk, produced by Bethlehem Morning Star Rotary. All proceeds go towards Morning Star's educational and leadership programs for local students.
Be a part of this first class event featuring chip timing. Run or walk and spend the rest of the day enjoying the Celtic Classic and Historic Downtown Bethlehem.
EVENT: 5K (3.1 Mile) Run / Walk
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 26th 2025
10:00am Registration / Race Packet Pickup at Bethlehem Area Public Library
11:00am Participants move to Start Line by Bethlehem Area Public Library
11:30am Race Start on Parade Route
12:30pm Awards Ceremony
5K begins at Bethlehem Area Public Library and ends at Sand Island in Bethlehem, PA
AMENITIES:
• T-shirts to at least the first 150 entrants
• Refreshments both before and after race
• Post race fun in Bethlehem – Celtic Classic or Historic Bethlehem
• Restrooms/porta-potties available near start / finish line for all participants
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Fri, Oct 16, 2026 at 11:59 PMSee full details
Welcome back to the PEC Environment Ride! This year we'll be based out of Bethlehem, PA. The ride will begin in Bucks County, likely somewhere along the Doylestown SEPTA line. We will use SEPTA to get from Center City Philadelphia to our starting location. The route details are still being finalized, so stay tuned.
To encourage first-time riders this year, we are offering a New Rider Special! For these riders, we are pleased to offer a reduced fundraising minimum of $1,000 for the 3-day ride.
We are again offering a one-day option with a fundraising minimum of $600 and a two-day option for $1,000.
Please make payments for ride registration and any fundraising amounts online or by check. A reminder that donor advised funds may not be used to cover registrations fees or fundraising.
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Sat, Dec 05, 2026 at 12:00 PMSee full details
What is not to like about this 5K-ish….dress like Santa and beer….almost forgot about the running. All Santas start at a bar in the north side in Bethlehem (FLYING PIG), to warm up, have some drinks and enjoy company. At noon – Santas take off for a run around Bethlehem area bars where the first 24 to get to each location receive a free beer. To everyone else – drink specials! At 3 PM, all Santas will come back together at Molly’s Irish Grille and Sports Pub for live music and tons of fun.
Check-in from 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM @ Flying Pig
Run begins at 12 Noon – there will be an official “GO”
There is no course – you can visit bars in any order you choose…strategy is key
There are more ways to get free beer than being first — anyone who brings a toy to donate for Toys for Tots will receive a ticket for a free beer at the starting location.
$5 from each registration will also be donated to Toys for Tots.
Space is limited – register today!