Lights in the Parkway 5K
- Date Wed 25th November 2026
- Time 7:00PM EST
- Location Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Lights in the Parkway 5K, taking place on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, in the beautiful Lehigh Parkway in Allentown, Pennsylvania! This festive event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends, allowing runners and walkers to experience the stunning holiday light display up close.
Participants will enjoy a chip-timed 5K race through a dazzling array of lights, with a chance to receive a unique ornament for the top finishers in various categories, including men, women, and kids under 12. After crossing the finish line, indulge in delicious hot chocolate and cookies while celebrating the achievement with fellow runners. Don't miss your chance to be part of this beloved event, which has sold out for the past five years with a limited capacity of just 1,200 runners. Register early to secure your long-sleeved event t-shirt and personalized race bib, and join in on the holiday spirit this November!
Participants will enjoy a chip-timed 5K race through a dazzling array of lights, with a chance to receive a unique ornament for the top finishers in various categories, including men, women, and kids under 12. After crossing the finish line, indulge in delicious hot chocolate and cookies while celebrating the achievement with fellow runners. Don't miss your chance to be part of this beloved event, which has sold out for the past five years with a limited capacity of just 1,200 runners. Register early to secure your long-sleeved event t-shirt and personalized race bib, and join in on the holiday spirit this November!
Organiser's Description
LIGHTS IN THE PARKWAY 5K
The Lights in the Parkway 5K is a fun-filled event and great way to kick-off the holiday season with the family. This festive 5K takes place on the Wednesday evening prior to Thanksgiving at the Lehigh Parkway in Allentown. Runners (and walkers) get the opportunity to preview the lights display up close and personal by foot. After the race, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies as we cheer on the runners finishing up.
Registration for the Lights in the Parkway 5K includes a great view of the Lights in the Parkway holiday light display, a long-sleeved event t-shirt and hot chocolate and cookies after the race. Shirts are guaranteed if registered by November 6th. We will also be printing your name on your race bib if you register by October 29th so dont wait!
THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT 5 YEARS IN A ROW - CAPACITY IS LIMITED
_REGISTRATION FOR THE RACE SELLS OUT AT 1,200 RUNNERS._
Parking for the event is at a premium, so we suggest that you plan on arriving early and carpooling as much as possible. There is no parking within the Parkway. All cars must enter the area off of Lehigh Street to Vultee. We ask that you please keep moving and wait until one of our staff directs you to park. This allows us to maximize the use of space and makes it easier for everyone. All cars will park facing the same direction on both sides of the road. There is a decent walk to get to the starting line, please plan accordingly.
The race is chip-timed by Second Wind Race Timing. Ornaments will be given out to the top 50 finishers in 3 categories (men, women and kids 12 and under) -Ornaments are given out based on chip time. You must pick up your ornament after the race, they will not be shipped.
Rain/Snow Date: TBD, This only comes into play in extreme circumstances when the city closes the park.
The Lights in the Parkway 5K is a fun-filled event and great way to kick-off the holiday season with the family. This festive 5K takes place on the Wednesday evening prior to Thanksgiving at the Lehigh Parkway in Allentown. Runners (and walkers) get the opportunity to preview the lights display up close and personal by foot. After the race, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies as we cheer on the runners finishing up.
Registration for the Lights in the Parkway 5K includes a great view of the Lights in the Parkway holiday light display, a long-sleeved event t-shirt and hot chocolate and cookies after the race. Shirts are guaranteed if registered by November 6th. We will also be printing your name on your race bib if you register by October 29th so dont wait!
THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT 5 YEARS IN A ROW - CAPACITY IS LIMITED
_REGISTRATION FOR THE RACE SELLS OUT AT 1,200 RUNNERS._
Parking for the event is at a premium, so we suggest that you plan on arriving early and carpooling as much as possible. There is no parking within the Parkway. All cars must enter the area off of Lehigh Street to Vultee. We ask that you please keep moving and wait until one of our staff directs you to park. This allows us to maximize the use of space and makes it easier for everyone. All cars will park facing the same direction on both sides of the road. There is a decent walk to get to the starting line, please plan accordingly.
The race is chip-timed by Second Wind Race Timing. Ornaments will be given out to the top 50 finishers in 3 categories (men, women and kids 12 and under) -Ornaments are given out based on chip time. You must pick up your ornament after the race, they will not be shipped.
Rain/Snow Date: TBD, This only comes into play in extreme circumstances when the city closes the park.
Races
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Lights in the Parkway 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Event Shirt
Wed 25th November 2026 (7:00PM EST)
$43.40
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