15th Anniversary Rock N' Run
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 8:10AM EDT
- Location Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Price $18.09 - $38.65
- Races 9 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile, Ultra, 1km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 15th Anniversary Rock N' Run, taking place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the vibrant Coca Cola Park in Allentown, Lehigh! This exciting event celebrates National Foster Care Awareness Month and offers participants a chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting the Salvation Army's Foster Care & Adoption Program. Whether you prefer the thrill of an in-person challenge or the flexibility of a virtual race, you can choose from a 5 Mile, 5K, or Kids Fun Run, plus a Mile-A-Day Challenge throughout the month of May.
Join fellow runners and walkers in this upbeat event, where early birds can register for special pricing until December 31, 2025. Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day of fitness and community spirit, but you'll also receive a race t-shirt and bag filled with goodies if you register before April 15, 2026. Make a difference in the lives of local children in foster care by participating in this fun and impactful event! Don’t miss out—register today and be part of a celebration that rocks for a cause!
Join fellow runners and walkers in this upbeat event, where early birds can register for special pricing until December 31, 2025. Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day of fitness and community spirit, but you'll also receive a race t-shirt and bag filled with goodies if you register before April 15, 2026. Make a difference in the lives of local children in foster care by participating in this fun and impactful event! Don’t miss out—register today and be part of a celebration that rocks for a cause!
Organiser's Description
May is National Foster Care Awareness Month, and for our 15th Annivesary Rock N Run, we are excited to offer _BOTH__ IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL RACE OPTIONS_! Please join us on May 9, 2026 at Coca Cola Park in Allentown, PA for our 5 Mile, 5K or Kids Fun Run. Or, if you prefer to run or walk virtually, sign up for the virtual 5-Mile, 5K, Kid's Fun Run or Mile-A-Day Challenge--you can complete them any time in May. The ROCK N' RUN 14TH ANNUAL 5-MILE, 5K, KIDS FUN RUN AND MILE A DAY CHALLENGE BENEFIT THE SALVATION ARMY'S FOSTER CARE & ADOPTION PROGRAM, AND HELP US FIND CARING HOMES AND PROVIDE IMPORTANT SERVICES TO LOCAL CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE.
REGISTRATION PRICING AND DEADLINES:
EARLY BIRD (THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2025)
5K$30(in person or virtual)
5 Mile$35 (in person or virtual)
Kids Run$15 (in person or virtual)
Mile-A-Day Challenge $35 (virtual only)
STANDARD REGISTRATION: JANUARY 1- MAY 9, 2026:
5K$35 (in person or virtual)
5 Mile$40 (in person or virtual)
Kids Run$20 (in person or virtual)
Mile-A-Day Challenge $40 (virtual only)
DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR IN-PERSON EVENT: MAY 10, 2026
5K$40 (in person or virtual)
5 Mile$45 (in person or virtual)
Kids Run$20 (in person)
REGISTER TO RUN OR WALK THE VIRTUAL 5 MILE, 5K, OR KIDS FUN RUN OR MILE-A-DAY CHALLENGE ANYTIME THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF MAY.
Participants who register for the 5 Mile, 5K, or Mile-A-Day Challenge before April 15, 2026, will receive a t-shirt and race bag with swag. (Choose option to have items shipped to you for an additional $8 if you do not plan to pick up in person).
Email Angie Gillen at [email protected] with any questions. All registrants will receive detailed participation instructions.
REGISTER TODAY FOR THE 15TH ANNIVERSARY ROCK N' RUN AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIFE OF A LOCAL CHILD IN FOSTER CARE!
REGISTRATION PRICING AND DEADLINES:
EARLY BIRD (THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2025)
5K$30(in person or virtual)
5 Mile$35 (in person or virtual)
Kids Run$15 (in person or virtual)
Mile-A-Day Challenge $35 (virtual only)
STANDARD REGISTRATION: JANUARY 1- MAY 9, 2026:
5K$35 (in person or virtual)
5 Mile$40 (in person or virtual)
Kids Run$20 (in person or virtual)
Mile-A-Day Challenge $40 (virtual only)
DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR IN-PERSON EVENT: MAY 10, 2026
5K$40 (in person or virtual)
5 Mile$45 (in person or virtual)
Kids Run$20 (in person)
REGISTER TO RUN OR WALK THE VIRTUAL 5 MILE, 5K, OR KIDS FUN RUN OR MILE-A-DAY CHALLENGE ANYTIME THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF MAY.
Participants who register for the 5 Mile, 5K, or Mile-A-Day Challenge before April 15, 2026, will receive a t-shirt and race bag with swag. (Choose option to have items shipped to you for an additional $8 if you do not plan to pick up in person).
Email Angie Gillen at [email protected] with any questions. All registrants will receive detailed participation instructions.
REGISTER TODAY FOR THE 15TH ANNIVERSARY ROCK N' RUN AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIFE OF A LOCAL CHILD IN FOSTER CARE!
Races
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5K Live Event
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
$33.30
OPENS 22 OCTRun your 5-Mile or 5K with the innovative Racejoy app which will give you pacing, cheers, results submission and much more! If you don't want to run with your phone, you can submit your results manually. We'll show you how. -
5-Mile Live Event
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
$38.65
OPENS 22 OCTRun your 5-Mile or 5K with the innovative Racejoy app which will give you pacing, cheers, results submission and much more! If you don't want to run with your phone, you can submit your results manually. We'll show you how. -
Mile-a-Day Challenge
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.65
OPENS 22 OCTTake the Mile-A Day Challenge, and run or walk 1 mile a day until you hit the 31 mile distance or complete the challenge at your own pace throughout the month of May. Use the Racejoy app to track your progress or you can submit your results directly through runsignup. We'll show you how. Virtual run can be completed at your choice of date and location. . We hope you'll post your photo with #RNR4Kids25 or send them to [email protected] for us to share on our social media! -
Virtual 5-Mile Run
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.65
OPENS 22 OCTWithin 48 hours of registration, a race bib will be sent to you via the registration email address. Virtual run can be completed at your choice of date and location. We hope you'll post your photo with #RNR4Kids25 or send them to [email protected] for us to share on our social media! -
Virtual 5K Run
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
$33.30
OPENS 22 OCTWithin 48 hours of registration, a race bib will be sent to you via the registration email address. Virtual run can be completed at your choice of date and location. We hope you'll post your photo with #RNR4Kids25 or send them to [email protected] for us to share on our social media! -
Kids' Fun Run-Live Event
Incl. $3.09 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:10AM EDT)
$18.09
OPENS 22 OCTThe Kids Fun Run-Live Event includes a pre-race warm up with local mascots and the race is one lap around the warning track in Coca Cola Park. Parents are invited to accompany small children. -
Kids Fun Run-Virtual
Incl. $3.09 Fee & T-Shirt
$18.09
OPENS 22 OCTWithin 48 hours of registration, a race bib will be sent to you via the registration email address. Virtual run can be completed at your choice of date and location. We hope you'll post your photo with #RNR4Kids25 or send them to [email protected] for us to share on our social media! -
Gift Certificate - 5K
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$33.30
OPENS 26 NOVWithin 48 hours of purchasing your gift certificate, you'll receive an email with the certificate attached that you can email to or print out and give as a gift. The recipient will need to visit www.rocknrun4kids.com by midnight on 5/8/2026 to register for the event using the code on their certificate in place of payment. The purchasing of the certificate is not the actual registration. -
Gift Certificate - 5 Miler
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.65
OPENS 26 NOVWithin 48 hours of purchasing your gift certificate, you'll receive an email with the certificate attached that you can email to or print out and give as a gift. The recipient will need to visit www.rocknrun4kids.com by midnight on 5/8/2026 to register for the event using the code on their certificate in place of payment. The purchasing of the certificate is not the actual registration.
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