2026 LVRR May Kids Series
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Price Free
- Races 6 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
The event features a variety of race distances tailored to different age groups, starting with the littlest ones at 1/8 mile for ages 3-4, and going up to a challenging 2 miles for ages 13-14. Each participant will enjoy refreshments including water and snacks, ensuring a delightful experience. Remember, registration is online only and closes the Wednesday before race day, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community event. Join us for a day filled with smiles, encouragement, and the spirit of youth athletics!
Organiser's Description
WHO: Ages 3-14
WHERE: Lehigh Parkway, Allentown, PA (LVRR Clubhouse)
WHEN: May 16
WHY: To educate children about the sport of running and promote a healthy lifestyle.
REGISTRATION IS FREE AND ONLINE ONLY -- In its continued efforts to support youth running in the Lehigh Valley, the LVRR is proud to sponsor every child for this event. REGISTRATION CLOSES THE WEDNESDAY PRIOR TO RACE DAY - THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION..
Races are held rain or shine. In the event of cancellation, all information will be posted by 7:30 AM race day on the LVRR website [https://lvrr.org], on the Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/lehighvalleyroadrunners], and an email will be sent to all those who registered online.
VOLUNTEER: Please sign up online. If we do not have enough volunteers when online registration closes, the event will be cancelled.
AMENITIES: Each participant will receive a water and snack.
AGE GROUPS AND DISTANCES:
3-4 yrs 1/8 mile
5-6 yrs 1/4 mile
7-8 yrs 1/2 mile
9-10 yrs 1 mile
11-12 yrs 1 1/2 miles
13-14 yrs 2 miles
Wave starts for ages 3-6
REGISTRATION IS PER EVENT - THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Runner Safety Checklist [https://lvrr.org/checklist/]
Races
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May Kids Series - 3/4 Age Group
Incl. T-Shirt-Must Participant in 2 of the 4 Races by July 11
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
Age is based on your child's age on the first race of this series. If you start in an age group you must finish the Series in that same age group. -
May Kids Series - 5/6 Age Group
Incl. T-Shirt-Must Participant in 2 of the 4 Races by July 11
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
Age is based on your child's age on the first race of this series. If you start in an age group you must finish the Series in that same age group. -
May Kids Series - 7/8 Age Group
Incl. T-Shirt-Must Participant in 2 of the 4 Races by July 11
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
Age is based on your child's age on the first race of this series. If you start in an age group you must finish the Series in that same age group. -
May Kids Series - 9/10 Age Group
Incl. T-Shirt-Must Participant in 2 of the 4 Races by July 11
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
Age is based on your child's age on the first race of this series. If you start in an age group you must finish the Series in that same age group. -
May Kids Series - 11/12 Age Group
Incl. T-Shirt-Must Participant in 2 of the 4 Races by July 11
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
Age is based on your child's age on the first race of this series. If you start in an age group you must finish the Series in that same age group. -
May Kids Series - 13/14 Age Group
Incl. T-Shirt-Must Participant in 2 of the 4 Races by July 11
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
Age is based on your child's age on the first race of this series. If you start in an age group you must finish the Series in that same age group.
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