River Crossing YMCA Pumpkin Pie 5K Run

20th Annual Pumpkin Pie 5K Run

November 26th 9 AM Start Time!

Race Overview

• Event: Pumpkin Pie 5K Run and 1.5 Mile Scenic Walk
• Tradition: The Lehigh Valley's biggest Thanksgiving Day Run tradition is back for the 20th anniversary on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026!
• Support: This run supports the work of the Nazareth Branch of River Crossing YMCA and promotes Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility.
• Record Participation: We hit an all-time record number of participants in 2025 and aim to take it up another level this year.

Event Details

• Date: Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26th
• Community Engagement: Bring your family, team, friends, and acquaintances out for a great morning run.
• Cheer Sections: Volunteers and sponsors needed!
• Location: 33 S. Main St, Nazareth, PA

Shirt/Number Pick-Up

• Pick-Up Location: Nazareth YMCA
• Times:
  • Wednesday, November 25 - 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Thursday, November 26 (day of) 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM (at the Race)
• Shirt Availability: Shirts to those registered before November 1 at 4:59 PM (must be picked up in person).
• Contact: Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Important Dates

• June 3: Global Running Day - Special One-Day-Only Early Registration opens online
• June 4: Early Registration opens online
• September 1: Regular Registration begins
• November 20: Last minute registration
• November 26: Race Day 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Day of Registration available)

Registration Information

• Fees: Registration fees are non-refundable.
• $30: Early Registration (through August 31)
• $37.50: Regular Registration (September 1 - November 19)
• $45: Last Minute Registration (November 20 - November 25)
• $50: Day of Registration (Thanksgiving Day, November 26)
• Kids Pricing: $25 for kids 9 or under on race day (Kids in strollers do not need to register).

Additional Information

• Starting Groups: We will be doing starting groups by pace to keep distancing.
• Strollers and Dogs: All dogs and strollers will be in the last run group immediately preceding the walking group.

More Information

Visit the race website for further details.