Palmer 5K

Palmer 5K

The Palmer 5K is a running and walking event located in Palmer Township, Pennsylvania. The course follows the bike path through Palmer and Bethlehem Townships. The race is organized as a loop, where the participants begin and end their run in the same area at Fairview Park.

The event offers a single distance:

• 3.1 miles (5K)

The race is sponsored by the Business, Industrial and Professional Association of Palmer Township and is held as part of the Annual Palmer Community Day. Participants have access to restrooms situated near the start and finish lines. Food and refreshments are provided to participants both before and after the event. The first 300 individuals to register receive a t-shirt.

Awards are presented to the overall top male and female finishers. Recognition is also provided for various age groups ranging from age 8 to 60 and older. The event includes a raffle with various prizes. Proceeds from the race benefit the Miracle League of Northampton County, a non-profit organization that maintains a barrier-free baseball field at Easton Rotary Field for children and young adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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