Historic Bethlehem Turkey Trot 5K & Fun Walk
- Date Sat 28th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
- Price $23.00 - $39.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the Historic Bethlehem Turkey Trot 5K & Fun Walk on Saturday, November 28, 2026! Set in the picturesque Bethlehem, Northampton, this annual event invites runners, walkers, and their furry friends to participate in a day filled with festive fun. The main event is a challenging 5K course winding through Bethlehem's Historic District and the stunning Moravian Church Settlements, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For those looking for a more leisurely pace, the 1.7-mile fun walk is perfect for families and friends alike.
Participants of all ages are welcome, with youth categories available for ages 3 to 15. Plus, there's a special discount for young runners and a chance to showcase your holiday spirit with creative race attire! Prizes will be awarded for the Most Spirited Individual and Group, so don your best festive outfit and impress Santa! As you trot through the streets, you'll be supporting a great cause: all proceeds from the Turkey Trot go towards preserving three centuries of local history. Join in the fun and make this Thanksgiving memorable!
Participants of all ages are welcome, with youth categories available for ages 3 to 15. Plus, there's a special discount for young runners and a chance to showcase your holiday spirit with creative race attire! Prizes will be awarded for the Most Spirited Individual and Group, so don your best festive outfit and impress Santa! As you trot through the streets, you'll be supporting a great cause: all proceeds from the Turkey Trot go towards preserving three centuries of local history. Join in the fun and make this Thanksgiving memorable!
Organiser's Description
Did you gobble till you wobble? Work off that big meal by running into the holiday season with your friends and family at Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites annual Turkey Trot. Runners, walkers and even the family pup enjoy participating in this fan-favorite event!
This 5K course through Bethlehems Historic District and the Moravian Church SettlementsBethlehem World Heritage Site challenges runners and competitive walkers, while a 1.7-mile fun walk and Pet Costume Contest round out the exciting day.
Highlights
* Youth age groups (M, F) - Ages Up to-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15
* Youth participants ages 3 through 15 receive a $5 registration discount
* Use code NOSHIRT to save $2 off your registration if you do not want a race shirt. Code is valid only until November 2
* "Holiday Spirit" Race Attire awards! Show your holiday spirit with creative race attire. Prizes to Most Spirited Individual and Most Spirited Group! See if you can impress Santa! Must be a registered race participant to qualify. Advance contest registration not required
* Appropriate running strollers welcome
All profits from the Turkey Trot support preservation and programming around three centuries of history right in our community.
THANK YOU to our Presenting Sponsor Physical Therapy at St. Luke's!
This 5K course through Bethlehems Historic District and the Moravian Church SettlementsBethlehem World Heritage Site challenges runners and competitive walkers, while a 1.7-mile fun walk and Pet Costume Contest round out the exciting day.
Highlights
* Youth age groups (M, F) - Ages Up to-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15
* Youth participants ages 3 through 15 receive a $5 registration discount
* Use code NOSHIRT to save $2 off your registration if you do not want a race shirt. Code is valid only until November 2
* "Holiday Spirit" Race Attire awards! Show your holiday spirit with creative race attire. Prizes to Most Spirited Individual and Most Spirited Group! See if you can impress Santa! Must be a registered race participant to qualify. Advance contest registration not required
* Appropriate running strollers welcome
All profits from the Turkey Trot support preservation and programming around three centuries of history right in our community.
THANK YOU to our Presenting Sponsor Physical Therapy at St. Luke's!
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459 Old York Road, Luckenbach Mill, Bethlehem, 18018, PA, United States
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