2026 Bethlehem Running Festival presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network

2026 Bethlehem Running Festival presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network

Dates: Friday, October 16 - Sunday, October 18, 2026

Location: Bethlehem, PA 18015 US

The Bethlehem Running Festival, hosted by Bart Yasso, offers a weekend of running events through historic downtown Bethlehem. Registration opens October 24, 2025.

Events and Pricing:

• Aardvark Sports Shop 3.8 Mile Trail Run: Friday, 10/16 @ 4:30 pm, Price: $35
• Lehigh Valley IronPigs Kids Run: Friday, 10/16 @ 5:30 pm, Price: $10
• Lexus 5K: Saturday, 10/17 @ 7:30 am, Price: $30
• Lexus 10K: Saturday, 10/17 @ 9:00 am, Price: $45
• Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute Half Marathon: Sunday, 10/18 @ 8:00 am, Price: $75
• B. Braun Half Marathon Relay: Sunday, 10/18 @ 8:00 am, Price: $120 (for a 3-person team)

Special Packages:

• Double Play (5K & 10K): Price: $65
• Triple Play (5K, 10K, Half Marathon): Price: $130
• Quadruple Play Marathon Challenge (all four main events): Price: $175

Swag and Awards:

All runners receive a technical T-shirt and a unique finisher's medal. Additional swag and VIP experiences are available. Awards are given for top finishers in various categories and age groups.

Charitable Partner:

A portion of registration fees benefits the American Cancer Society. Participants are encouraged to join the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.

Time Limits:

• 5K: 1:00
• 10K: 1:45
• Half Marathon: 3:30
• 3.8 Mile Trail Race: 1:30

Organizer:

Pennsylvania Running Company, LLC