River Crossing YMCA Pumpkin Pie 5K Run
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Nazareth, Pennsylvania
- Price $28.09
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 20th Annual River Crossing YMCA Pumpkin Pie 5K Run, taking place on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, in the charming town of Nazareth, Northampton! This beloved Lehigh Valley tradition kicks off at 9 AM, inviting participants of all ages to join in the fun with a 5K run and a picturesque 1.5-mile scenic walk.
Gather your family, friends, and fellow fitness enthusiasts to enjoy a morning filled with excitement while burning off those pre-Thanksgiving meal calories. Your involvement not only contributes to a fantastic community event but also supports the important work of the Nazareth Branch of River Crossing YMCA in promoting healthy living and social responsibility. With record-breaking participation last year, we can't wait to elevate the experience even further this time around! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to kick off your holiday celebrations with good cheer and great company. Be sure to register early for the best rates, and get ready for a memorable Thanksgiving morning!
Gather your family, friends, and fellow fitness enthusiasts to enjoy a morning filled with excitement while burning off those pre-Thanksgiving meal calories. Your involvement not only contributes to a fantastic community event but also supports the important work of the Nazareth Branch of River Crossing YMCA in promoting healthy living and social responsibility. With record-breaking participation last year, we can't wait to elevate the experience even further this time around! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to kick off your holiday celebrations with good cheer and great company. Be sure to register early for the best rates, and get ready for a memorable Thanksgiving morning!
Organiser's Description
20TH ANNUAL PUMPKIN PIE 5K RUN NOVEMBER 26TH 9 AM START TIME!
Pumpkin Pie 5K Run and 1.5 Mile Scenic Walk
_THE LEHIGH VALLEY'S BIGGEST THANKSGIVING DAY RUN TRADITION IS BACK _for the 20th anniversary on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026!
This run supports the work of the Nazareth Branch of River Crossing YMCA and is an example of how we bring people, families, and communities together to live healthier lives-- while having a ton of fun! Your participation, support, and donations help make opportunities like this available to our entire community and help us promote Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility throughout our region.
We hit an all time record number of participants in 2025 and we look forward to taking it up another level this year.
The run will be held Thanksgiving morning on Thursday, November 26th. Bring your family, team, friends, and acquaintances out for a great morning run to burn the calories (and the stress) before the big meal. Cheer sections, volunteers, and sponsors needed!
***SHIRT/NUMBER PICK UP TIMES*** (NAZARETH YMCA)
Wednesday November 25 - 3:00P - 6:30PM.
Thursday (day of) 7:00AM - 8:30AM (at the Race).
Please contact jgrand@ymcarivercrossing.org with any questions.
SHIRTS TO THOSE REGISTERED BEFORE NOVEMBER 1 AT 4:59 PM . (Shirts must be picked up in person at one of our Pick Up Times)
IMPORTANT DATES:
*June 3 Global Running Day - Special One-Day-Only Early Registration opens online
*June 4 Early Registration opens online
*September 1 Regular Registration begins
*November 20 last minute registration
*November 26 Race Day 9:00AM-11:00AM (Day of Registration available)
REGISTRATION:
**REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
$30 Early Registration (through August 31)
$37.50 Regular Registration (September 1 - November 19)
$45 Last Minute Registration (November 20 - November 25)
$50 Day of Registration (Thanksgiving Day, November 26)
Kids Pricing (9 or under on race day) $25 (Kids in strollers do not need to register, only those running/walking the course)
REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
We will be doing starting groups by pace in order to keep distancing. All dogs and strollers will be in the last run group immediately preceding the walking group.
#YMCAPP5K
Pumpkin Pie 5K Run and 1.5 Mile Scenic Walk
_THE LEHIGH VALLEY'S BIGGEST THANKSGIVING DAY RUN TRADITION IS BACK _for the 20th anniversary on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026!
This run supports the work of the Nazareth Branch of River Crossing YMCA and is an example of how we bring people, families, and communities together to live healthier lives-- while having a ton of fun! Your participation, support, and donations help make opportunities like this available to our entire community and help us promote Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility throughout our region.
We hit an all time record number of participants in 2025 and we look forward to taking it up another level this year.
The run will be held Thanksgiving morning on Thursday, November 26th. Bring your family, team, friends, and acquaintances out for a great morning run to burn the calories (and the stress) before the big meal. Cheer sections, volunteers, and sponsors needed!
***SHIRT/NUMBER PICK UP TIMES*** (NAZARETH YMCA)
Wednesday November 25 - 3:00P - 6:30PM.
Thursday (day of) 7:00AM - 8:30AM (at the Race).
Please contact jgrand@ymcarivercrossing.org with any questions.
SHIRTS TO THOSE REGISTERED BEFORE NOVEMBER 1 AT 4:59 PM . (Shirts must be picked up in person at one of our Pick Up Times)
IMPORTANT DATES:
*June 3 Global Running Day - Special One-Day-Only Early Registration opens online
*June 4 Early Registration opens online
*September 1 Regular Registration begins
*November 20 last minute registration
*November 26 Race Day 9:00AM-11:00AM (Day of Registration available)
REGISTRATION:
**REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
$30 Early Registration (through August 31)
$37.50 Regular Registration (September 1 - November 19)
$45 Last Minute Registration (November 20 - November 25)
$50 Day of Registration (Thanksgiving Day, November 26)
Kids Pricing (9 or under on race day) $25 (Kids in strollers do not need to register, only those running/walking the course)
REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
We will be doing starting groups by pace in order to keep distancing. All dogs and strollers will be in the last run group immediately preceding the walking group.
#YMCAPP5K
Races
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Pumpkin Pie 5K Run (Timed)
Incl. $3.09 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$28.09
OPENS 03 JUN -
1.5 Mile Scenic Walk (Untimed)
Incl. $3.09 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$28.09
OPENS 03 JUN
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