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2026-2027 Running Races in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Upcoming running races in and near Bethlehem, Pennsylvania - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.

10 upcoming races

5K Races 9 10K Races 3

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The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Bethlehem races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Longest-running4th year4th Annual Veterans Combat Stigmaannual tradition

Sun, Sep 13, 2026Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 - Bethlehem, PA Bethlehem, PAFrom $45Details Fri, Oct 16, 20262026 Jefferson Bethlehem Running Festival Bethlehem, PA5K10KHalf Marathon3.8 MilesFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Trick or Trot 5K Bethlehem, PA5K100 YardsFrom $45Details Sat, Nov 14, 20262026 Veterans & Military Council 5K Bethlehem, PA5K1 MileFreeDetails Sat, Nov 28, 2026Historic Bethlehem Turkey Trot 5K & Fun Walk Bethlehem, PA5K1.7 MilesFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Santa Will Run for Beer 5K-ish Bethlehem, PA5KFrom $35Details Fri, Jan 1, 2027Lehigh Valley New Year's Chaser: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Bethlehem, PAHalf Marathon5K10K15KRegistration closedFrom $40Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Cupid's Chase 5K Bethlehem Bethlehem, PA5KFrom $40Details Sat, May 15, 20274th Annual Veterans Combat Stigma Bethlehem, PA5K10K5 MilesFrom $10Details Sat, May 22, 2027Battle Borne Walk For Wellness Bethlehem, PA5KFrom $25Details

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Races in Nearby Cities

More race calendars close to Bethlehem. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.

Allentown, PAAbout 8 mi away · 8 races Easton, PAAbout 9 mi away · 3 races Coplay, PAAbout 9 mi away · 3 races Nazareth, PAAbout 10 mi away · 4 races Quakertown, PAAbout 12 mi away · 3 races Doylestown, PAAbout 26 mi away · 3 races

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 8, 2026.

Common Questions About Racing in Bethlehem

What race distances can I run in Bethlehem?

Bethlehem has 5K (9), 10K (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.

When is race season in Bethlehem?

October is the busiest month for races in Bethlehem, with 2 of the 10, followed by November with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

Where can I train for a race in Bethlehem?

Browse Bethlehem run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.

Are there trail races near Bethlehem?

Yes, one race around Bethlehem gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail.