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Saturday, November 14th, 2026
Bicentennial Park, Bethlehem PA
5K · 1 Mile
34–51°F · some rain risk
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2025
31–51°F
dry
2024
31–45°F
dry
2023
34–50°F
dry
2022
31–44°F
dry
2021
32–45°F
dry
2020
36–49°F
dry
2019
24–41°F
dry
2018
29–39°F
dry
2017
35–46°F
dry
2016
32–60°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Join us for our annual 5K Ruck ‘n Walk/Run to honor veterans during Veterans Appreciation Week. Join Lehigh Valley colleges, universities, businesses, and community members as we Ruck OR Run/Walk to recognize and honor all veterans throughout the Lehigh Valley.
Race Options
- In-Person Race: Offering a 5K Ruck and Walk/Run options.
- Fun Run/Walk: A 1-mile option available.
- Location: The course is an off-road grass course through the scenic Bicentennial Park.
- Registration Link: For more details, visit here.
Dog Policy
Can my dog run with me?
As much as we love dogs they are not allowed to run our races. Please keep your pup at home.
Registration Details
Participants who register and make a $30 minimum donation, by November 7, will have the option of an event giveaway at the event.
In Person Race Details
- Check-in & Race Day Registration: 8 AM-9 AM.
- 5K Start Time: Begins promptly at 9 AM.
- Fun Run/Walk Start Time: Begins at 9:45 AM.
- Awards Presentation: 10:30 AM.
Age Groups
Each race option (Ruck and Walk/Run) will include seven (7) age groups. Ruckers are strongly encouraged to carry a minimum 10% of their body weight. This will be the honor system: we will not be weighing rucksacks this year.
- Age 12 and Under
- Age 13-18
- Age 19-29
- Age 30-39
- Age 40-49
- Age 50-59
- Age 60+
Awards
- Top Finishers: Awards will be presented to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group for the 5K Ruck and 5K Run/Walk options. The Fun Run/Walk is a non-competitive option with no timing or awards.
- College/University Team: The college or university team with the most participants (Ruck, Run/Walk, and Fun Run/Walk combined), earns a plaque to be displayed on their campus and BRAGGING RIGHTS!
- Business/Company Team: The business/company team with the most participants (Ruck, Run/Walk, and Fun Run/Walk combined), earns a plaque to be displayed at their workplace and BRAGGING RIGHTS!
Additional Information
Day of registration will be available for a $10 fee. Let’s come together to support the Veterans in the Lehigh Valley area.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Nov 13 – 15, 2026.
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