River Crossing YMCA Pumpkin Pie 5K Run

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

19th Annual Pumpkin Pie 5K Run November 27th 9 AM Start Time!

Pumpkin Pie 5K Run and 1.5 Mile Scenic Walk

The Lehigh Valley's biggest Thanksgiving Day Run tradition is back for Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025!

🏅 Event Purpose

• Support: This run supports the work of the Nazareth Branch of River Crossing YMCA.
• Community: It is an example of how we bring people, families, and communities together.
• Healthy Living: Your participation helps us promote Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility.
• Fun: Be part of a fun event that brings together the community!

📅 Race Details

The run will be held Thanksgiving morning- November 27th. Bring your family, team, friends, and acquaintances out for a great morning run to burn the calories (and the stress) before the big meal. Cheer sections, volunteers, and sponsors needed!

👕 Shirt and Number Pickup

• Pickup Location: Nazareth YMCA
• Wednesday: November 26 - 3-6:30 PM
• Thursday: (Day of) 7:00-8:30 AM (At the Race)
• Shirts: For those registered before November 1 at 4:59 PM, shirts must be picked up in person.

🗓️ Important Dates

• June 5: International Running Day - Special Early Registration opens online.
• June 6: Early Registration opens online.
• September 3: Regular Registration begins.
• November 21: Last minute registration.
• November 27: Race Day 9 AM - 11 AM (Day of Registration available).

💰 Registration Information

• Non-refundable: Registration fees are non-refundable.
• Early Registration: $30 (Until September 1)
• Regular Registration: $37.50 (September 2 - November 19)
• Last Minute Registration: $45 (November 20-26)
• Day of Registration: $50 (November 27)
• Kids Pricing: $25 for kids 9 or under on race day. Kids in strollers do not need to register.

🐾 Race Logistics

We will be doing starting groups by pace in order to keep distancing. All dogs and strollers will be in the last run group immediately preceding the walking group.

🌐 More Information

For additional details and to register, visit the official race page.

📧 Contact

Please contact jgrand@ymcarivercrossing.org with any questions.