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, helping to bring people, families, and communities together.
Community Focus: Your participation, support, and donations help promote Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility throughout our region.
Event Details
Participation: We hit an all-time record number of participants in 2025 and we look forward to taking it up another level this year.
Date: Thanksgiving morning on Thursday, November 26th.
Gathering: Bring your family, team, friends, and acquaintances out for a great morning run to burn calories before the big meal.
Support Needed: Cheer sections, volunteers, and sponsors are needed!
Shirt/Number Pickup
Pickup Times: Wednesday, November 25 - 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM at Nazareth YMCA.
Day of Pickup: Thursday (race day) 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM at the Race.
Eligibility: Shirts to those registered before November 1 at 4:59 PM.
Note: Shirts must be picked up in person at one of our Pickup Times.
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.
Early Registration: $30 (through August 31).
Regular Registration: $37.50 (September 1 - November 19).
Last Minute Registration: $45 (November 20 - November 25).
Day of Registration: $50 (Thanksgiving Day, November 26).
Kids Pricing: (9 or under on race day) $25 (Kids in strollers do not need to register, only those running/walking the course).
Group Start & Distancing
Groups: We will be doing starting groups by pace to maintain distancing.
Arrangements: All dogs and strollers will be in the last run group immediately preceding the walking group.