River Crossing YMCA Pumpkin Pie 5K Run

20th Annual Pumpkin Pie 5K Run

November 26th 9 AM Start Time!

Event 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, 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.

Contact

Please contact jgrand@ymcarivercrossing.org with any questions.

More Information

For additional details about the event, visit the official race page: Nazareth Pumpkin Pie 5K.