2026 Bethlehem Running Festival

2026 Registration Opens Friday 10/24 at 7 AM!

"Bethlehem should be on every runner's bucket list!

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of running in an historic town filled with quaint shops and delicious restaurants, all during peak fall foliage!

Register For Low Prices!

REGISTER BETWEEN 10/24 and 10/31 and GET THE LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICE!

Race Events

• Aardvark Sports Shop 3.8 Mile Trail Run: Friday 10/16 @ 4:30 pm - This 3.8 Mile Trail Run will be an adventure for beginners and seasoned trail runners alike!
• The Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs Kids Run: Friday 10/16 @ 5:30 pm now at ArtsQuest! Kids will run various distances based on age, with all participants receiving custom medals!
• The Lexus 5K/10K: Saturday 10/17 @ 7:30 am (5K) & 9:00 am (10K) - Enjoy a scenic route through Bethlehem, starting and finishing in front of the iconic Steel Stacks!
• Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute Half Marathon: Sunday 10/18 @ 8:00 am - A 13.1-mile journey through the heart of historic Bethlehem.

Team Races

• B. Braun Half Marathon Relay: Sunday 10/18 @ 8:00 am - Teams of 3 will run segments of 5 miles, 5 miles, and 5K. Prizes for top teams!
• Triple Play: Run Saturday's 5K & 10K and Sunday's Half Marathon for discounts and a unique medal holder!
• Quadruple Play Marathon Challenge: Complete all four races for a total of 26.2 miles over three days!
• Swag: All runners will receive a long sleeve technical T-shirt, artist-designed finisher’s medal, free downloadable photos, and a customized race bib (register by 10/1).

Deferral Policy

2025 Deferrals: All 2025 deferrals are activated when registration opens. If you deferred from 2025, you are automatically entered in the same event for 2026.

Lexus VIP Experience

Take the stress out of the early morning routine with exclusive perks including private restrooms, gear check, and a continental breakfast.

• VIP packet pick-up area at expo
• Dedicated free VIP parking
• VIP room with refreshments near the start/finish line
• Reserved indoor VIP restrooms

Awards

• Top 3 Overall M/F in the Trail Race, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
• Top 3 Overall Masters (40+) in the half marathon
• Top 3 M/F for all events in age groups
• New for 2025: Top 3 Overall M/F for the Triple and Quadruple Plays

Course Maps

Courses are at the bottom of this page! Note: Courses are subject to change.

Time Limits

Each course has specific time limits, and late finishers may be asked to cut the course. Limits are as follows:

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

A Benefit for the American Cancer Society

A portion of your registration fees and 100% of any donations benefit The American Cancer Society. Join us for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk following the 10K on Saturday at noon.

For more details and to register, visit Bethlehem Running Festival.