D&L RaceFest Marathon
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D&L RaceFest presented by St. Luke's
D&L RaceFest takes place on November 15, 2026 in Easton, Pennsylvania with race starts in downtown Allentown and historic downtown Bethlehem and finishes in downtown Easton at the confluence of the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers.
The marathon and half marathon follow the D&L Trail along the Lehigh River. The route has a gentle net elevation drop and a maintained surface of fine gravel or macadam with some paved sections.
Distances
- 13.1 miles: Heritage Half Marathon run, walk, and run/walk categories.
- 26.2 miles: St. Luke's D&L Marathon and five person marathon relay divisions.
Key event rules and limits include registration opening dates and a final online registration close on November 12, 2026. Many events opened registration on February 23, 2026; the corporate relay opened June 19, 2026; the student relay opened September 3, 2026. Field caps for 2026 include a 1,350 combined limit for half marathon categories, a 500 runner cap for the marathon, and an 85 team cap for the relay.
Age and time requirements vary by event. Half marathon entrants must be at least 14 years old and may need parental permission if under 18; walkers are subject to a 4.5 hour course time limit and walking enforcement. Marathon entrants must be at least 18 and able to complete the distance within 6.5 hours. Relay teams are responsible for transition logistics; captains must be 18 and participants must be over 10. Student relay teams receive a registration discount and may need to verify current enrollment. The corporate relay challenge includes a prize package for the fastest corporate team consisting of a private suite at an IronPigs game, 18 tickets, three parking passes, and ballpark catering with redemption available April to May 2027.
Proceeds benefit Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor Inc., supporting heritage and environmental programming and continued development of the 165 mile D&L Trail from Wilkes Barre to Bristol. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
