Lehigh Valley is a Runner's Destination
The beautiful scenery, decades-old running community, and proximity to other metro areas have made Lehigh Valley one of the best places for half-marathoning on the East Coast.
Take a look at the bevy of half marathons and other running events that call Lehigh Valley home.
St. Luke’s Half Marathon
April 25, 2027
The St. Luke’s Half Marathon is arguably Lehigh Valley's premier event, and for good reason. With impeccable organization, a diverse course, live bands, a stadium finish, an expo, and an accompanying 5k, what’s not to like? But now you’ve finished the event and the adrenaline is wearing off or you missed it and are looking forward to the fall to take on your next half. Which event should you choose?
13th Annual Rock N’ Run
May 22, 2027
Each May, The Salvation Army hosts the 16th Annual Rock N’ Run at Jefferson Park (formerly Coca-Cola Park) in Allentown to raise awareness and support children in foster care. Choose from a 5K, 5 Mile, or Kids Fun Run and enjoy free food, live music along the course, and an after-party in the stadium filled with fun family events.
Mother’s Day Run for the Roses
May 9, 2027
Get your heart pumping this Mother’s Day at the Mother’s Day Run for the Roses. Race or walk in the 5k, 10k, both, or half marathon. This running event will be hosted in Coplay, PA, and a fresh rose will be waiting at the finish line for all runners!
Bethlehem Running Festival
October 16-18, 2026
Presented by the Lehigh Valley Health Network, the Bethlehem Running Festival offers a 5k, 10k, half marathon, 3.8-mile trail run and relay options. All races will run over the bridges and through the historic streets of Bethlehem, starting and finishing in front of the iconic Steel Stacks!
St. Luke's D&L RaceFest
November 15, 2026
Get ready for four fantastic races presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network! This year’s inspiring St. Luke's D&L RaceFest includes relay, half marathon, and marathon events with courses running primarily on the D&L Trail through the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor.
Lehigh Valley New Year’s Chaser
January 1, 2027
Kick off those New Year’s Resolutions at the Lehigh Valley New Year’s Chaser running event. Race in the 5k, 10k, or half marathon. What a way to celebrate! Get ready to lace up those running shoes and get training! Plenty of other running events take place throughout the year in Lehigh Valley, like the Brew to Brew 10K, the Lights in the Parkway 5K, and more.
Check out our Calendar of Events and runlehighvalley.com to see what other races you can register for in Lehigh Valley! Are we missing one? Email ashley@discoverlehighvalley.com to get it listed here!
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