Bethlehem Running Festival

Jefferson Bethlehem Running Festival

The Jefferson Bethlehem Running Festival takes place October 15-17, 2027 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania at 101 Founders Way. The weekend offers road and trail races, a kids run, relays, and multi-race challenge options.

Distances and race types include:

• 5K
• 10K
• 13.1 miles (Half Marathon)
• 13.1 miles Relay with two five mile legs and a 5K
• 3.8 miles Trail Run
• Kids Run: 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, 1 mile

Registration details in the event information show that registration for most events opens 10/23/2026 and closes 10/30/2026. The Lehigh Valley IronPigs Kids Run opens registration 10/31/2026 and closes 10/15/2027. Posted entry fees include $35 for the 5K, $49 for the 10K, $79 for the Half Marathon, $125 for the Half Marathon Relay, $40 for the trail run, $10 for the Kids Run, and multi-race packages such as Double Play ($70), Triple Play ($140), and Quadruple Play Marathon Challenge ($185).

Relay and team notes: the relay is a three-leg event composed of two five mile segments and a 5K. The first person to register creates and pays for the entire relay team; teammates register free after the team is created. Any team representing a business is entered in the Corporate Challenge when the company name is used before the team name.

Kids Run specifics: age groups are 5 and under, 6-8, and 9-12 with corresponding distances. All kids receive a custom bib and a unique event medal. The Kids Run is sponsored by the Lehigh Valley IronPigs and the team mascot will attend. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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