LVRR New Year Run
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 12:00PM EST
- Location Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Kick off the New Year with a bang at the LVRR New Year Run on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in the scenic Allentown, Lehigh! This beloved annual tradition, which dates back to before the formation of the Lehigh Valley Road Runners in 1993, invites runners of all abilities to celebrate the start of the year with a fun and festive atmosphere. Choose between a 5-mile course or a spirited 5K, both featuring a delightful champagne stop to toast your accomplishments.
After the race, gather at the clubhouse to enjoy warm hot chocolate and sweet treats, creating lasting memories with fellow participants. Best of all, there's no need to register—just show up and join the fun! This event is open to everyone, whether you're a club member or a first-time participant. Don’t miss out on this exciting way to welcome 2026 and embrace the spirit of community and fitness in the Lehigh Parkway! Volunteers are also welcome to help make this celebration a success.
After the race, gather at the clubhouse to enjoy warm hot chocolate and sweet treats, creating lasting memories with fellow participants. Best of all, there's no need to register—just show up and join the fun! This event is open to everyone, whether you're a club member or a first-time participant. Don’t miss out on this exciting way to welcome 2026 and embrace the spirit of community and fitness in the Lehigh Parkway! Volunteers are also welcome to help make this celebration a success.
Organiser's Description
RING IN 2025 WITH THE LEHIGH VALLEY ROAD RUNNERS!
This annual event has been taking place since before the formation of LVRR (1993), back when the Lehigh Valley Athletic Association and the Emmaus Road Runners would race up and down South Mountain to gain bragging rights for the coming year. After the two clubs merged to form LVRR, the run continued as a fun way to usher in the new year.
Join us in the Lehigh Parkway to avoid growing traffic on the narrow country roads. You may choose a 5-mile course or our 5K course both of which have a champagne stop. Following the run, meet back up at the clubhouse for some hot chocolate and sweets.
No need to register, just show up!! We ARE looking for volunteers. Please click the volunteer link if you can help.
Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are a club member or not.
This annual event has been taking place since before the formation of LVRR (1993), back when the Lehigh Valley Athletic Association and the Emmaus Road Runners would race up and down South Mountain to gain bragging rights for the coming year. After the two clubs merged to form LVRR, the run continued as a fun way to usher in the new year.
Join us in the Lehigh Parkway to avoid growing traffic on the narrow country roads. You may choose a 5-mile course or our 5K course both of which have a champagne stop. Following the run, meet back up at the clubhouse for some hot chocolate and sweets.
No need to register, just show up!! We ARE looking for volunteers. Please click the volunteer link if you can help.
Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are a club member or not.
Races
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New Year Run
Thu 1st January 2026 (12:00PM EST)
Free
OPENS 15 OCTRegistration is not required for this event. We are looking for parking, course, kitchen, and water stop volunteers only.
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