Historic Allentown 5K

  • Date Sat 27th September 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Allentown, New Jersey
  • Price $17.75 - $32.75
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Historic Allentown 5K on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the charming town of Allentown, New Jersey! Set against the backdrop of Allentown's picturesque Heritage Park, this race promises an exciting experience for runners of all levels. Participants will enjoy a scenic route that features a mix of beautiful dirt trails and a paved oval trail, allowing runners to explore the stunning landscapes of one of the town's most notable areas.

The 5K is open to adults aged 18 and over for a registration fee of $30, while children 17 and under can join in the fun for just $20. Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in each age group, as well as to the overall fastest male and female runners. For those looking for a more relaxed experience, a one-lap "Fun Run" will take place before the 5K, perfect for kids and recreational runners just looking to enjoy the park. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace the spirit of community and health in Allentown! Be sure to register online before the deadline on Friday, September 27, at 11:00

Organiser's Description

Come see beautiful, historic Allentown, New Jersey while running a 5K!

The race will take place at Allentown's Heritage Park, which is known for its gorgeous scenery and its wealth of dirt trails which complement the paved oval trail inside the heart of the park. The entire race will take place inside the park and runners will be able to test their abilities on different terrains as they explore the ins and outs of one of the town's most notable landscapes.

Registration for adults 18 and over for the 5K is $30. Registration for children 17 and under is only $20. There were will be prizes awarded for the top male and female in each age group, along with prizes for the overall fastest male and female overall.

There will also be a one-lap "Fun Run" for children and recreational runners who would like to run around the park for fun and are not looking to set a World Record time or win an award or prize! The "Fun Run" will take place before the 5K.

This event is being sponsored by the Allentown Recreation Commission. The Recreation Commission is committed to improving recreational resources and activities in our community, along with acquiring property for recreational purposes, the maintenance of parkland and equipment, and improving current public playgrounds, recreation places and the approach to said lands.

Online registration closes on Friday, September 27 at 11:00 pm ET.

Races

  • 6th Annual Historic Allentown 5K

    Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $32.75

    OPENS 09 JUL
    Prizes will be awarded to overall winners in the male and female divisions, along with the winners in each age bracket! Children 17 and under receive a $10 discount if they are running in the 5K!
  • Historic Allentown Fun Run

    Incl. $2.75 Fee

    Sat 27th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $17.75

    OPENS 09 JUL
    This "Fun Run" is a one-lap run around Heritage Park for children and recreational runners.

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Location

Heritage Park, 28 South Main Street, Allentown, 08501, NJ, United States

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