2026 Jefferson Bethlehem Running Festival
Oct 16Bethlehem, PAMarathon, Half Marathon +3
Also a 5K, 5 mi from Harvest 5K, registration open
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Build my planCome join us for the 11th Annual Harvest 5K run/walk in Allentown, Pennsylvania's beautiful Cedar Beach Park. Open to everyone of all ages and fitness level, including your dog-friendly dogs. It is a mostly packed and paved course through the Rose Garden. Water stations will be available at every mile, and expect cheering squads at every crossroads. Can't join us in Allentown? No problem: join us virtually from anywhere in the world.
Location: 2600 Parkway Blvd, Allentown, PA (aka Cedar Beach)
When: Sunday, Oct 11, 2025
9:30 am - Registration
10 am - 1-mile fun run
11 am - 5K
Parking: free and plentiful on site
Course Map
Dog walk/run Rules
Register for the 5K then bring your pooch and enjoy 3.1 miles of running or walking.
Dogs must be friendly to people and other dogs.
No retractable leashes. This is dangerous as it can trip other participants.
Bring poop bags. You are responsible for cleaning up after your fur baby.
Leashes must be 6 feet long or less.
Bring water and treats for your dog.
Dog walkers/runners should start at the back. Race is chip timed so no worries on starting late.
Pet parent and dog will share 1 race bib.
Have fun.
Beneficiary
All proceeds will benefit the students of the Central Elementary School of Allentown PA on 9th Street and Turner. Central Elementary is one of 15 elementary schools located in the city of Allentown. Most of its students are very poor with 89% of families classified as Low Income, and everyone receives Free/Reduced Lunch. It serves a community with a poverty rate of 38.64% of the City's population. (2013 Census).
We aim to raise $5,000 to help provide for students gym equipment and uniforms.
Tier 1 ends
May 15, 2025
Tier 2 ends
Aug 31, 2025
Tier 3 ends
Oct 12, 2025
Registration opens
Sep 1, 2026
Registration closes
Sep 8, 2026
Race day
Oct 11, 2026
Harvest 5K
Tier 2 ended Sep 21, 2019
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Harvest 5K for good (no shirt/medal)
Tier 2 ended Oct 11, 2020
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Harvest 5K in person (closed)
Standard ended Jul 4, 2020
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Harvest 5K Run/Walk
Tier 3 ended Oct 12, 2025
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Harvest 5K Virtual Run/Walk
Tier 2 ended Sep 17, 2020
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Pasta Dinner
Standard ended Sep 20, 2015
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Virtual Harvest 5K Run/Walk
Tier 3 ended Oct 12, 2025
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Registration openings and major changes, like a new date or a cancellation.
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Also a 5K, 5 mi from Harvest 5K, registration open
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Also a 5K, 13 mi from Harvest 5K, registration open
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Oct 9Washington, DC
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