10K races near Lehighton

The Lehigh Valley Turkey Trot is a post-Thanksgiving 5K and fun walk held in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. It begins at Luckenbach Mill on Old York Road. The annual event offers a 5K for runners and competitive walkers, alongside a 1.7-mile fun walk for those seeking a more relaxed pace. Starts are staggered: runners depart first, followed by competitive walkers, and then fun walkers. Over 1,000 participants attended the last event, indicating its status as a community-scale race. The course winds through Historic Bethlehem and the Moravian Church Settlements, providing a view of one of the city’s historic districts. Dogs are welcome and participate in a pet costume contest, which is held alongside a general costume contest for runners and walkers in holiday or race-themed attire. Awards are presented for individual and group costumes, with judging criteria including creativity, pet-and-handler pairings, and adherence to the Turkey Trot theme. Proceeds from the race benefit Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites, supporting preservation efforts and educational programs on local history spanning three centuries. Registered 5K participants receive a shirt, refreshments, weekend museum admission, and a shop discount.

The Superbowl Tailgate Trot 10K begins and ends at the Lehigh Valley Road Runners clubhouse in Lehigh Parkway, Allentown. This 10K race takes place on Super Bowl Sunday morning, with a two-hour completion limit. Runners aged 10 and up can participate. Established in 2002, the event serves as a pre-game ritual for those wanting to complete their run before the football festivities begin. The course winds through Lehigh Parkway and adjacent neighborhoods, with some sections shared with local traffic. While intersections along Lehigh Parkway East will have barricades, residents might still pass through. Participants are reminded to obey traffic laws during the race. The competition includes age-group runners, Masters competitors, and overall contenders. Top male and female finishers receive cash prizes, while age-group winners get gift certificates from local running shops. The event also gathers food donations for the Allentown Rescue Mission, specifically requesting cereal, canned produce, coffee, sugar, bouillon, and marinara sauce.

Mother's Day Run: inflatable finish line arch, fresh rose for women runners. Walkers and families welcome. Non-binary registration with dedicated awards. First half marathon or marathon runners receive a commemorative plaque with finisher's medal. High-end SWAG, post-race food and drink. Festive and memorable day.

A run/walk to combat stigma and promote mental health awareness. The mostly flat, fast point-to-point route goes through local neighborhoods on paved roads, starting and finishing at Northampton Community College’s Bethlehem Campus. It's for seasoned runners and casual participants. Walkers, strollers, and leashed pets are welcome, but start behind runners. Help raise awareness and fight stigma—one step at a time!