Emmaus 4 Mile Classic 2027
- Date
- Sunday, April 11, 2027
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Emmaus, Pennsylvania
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $40 on Feb 15, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids Fun Run (FREE) | Kids | Apr 11, 20278:30 AM | Free | – |
| 4 Mile Classic | Other | Apr 11, 20279:30 AM | $30$40 after Feb 15, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Kids Fun Run (FREE): Free until Apr 11.
- 4 Mile Classic: $30 until Feb 14, then $40 until Mar 31, then $50 until Apr 11.
Online registration closes Apr 11, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:31 AM, and the Kids Fun Run (FREE) starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 610 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
500 Macungie Ave, Emmaus, PA 18049
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All resultsAggregated from official results (Bryn Mawr Racing Company) for Emmaus 4 Mile Classic. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Emmaus 4 Mile Classic?
In 2026, the fastest tenth finished in 27:42 or better, the top quarter in 32:25, and half the field in 37:10; the last tenth came in after 49:08.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | n/a | 26:42 |
| 20-29 | 29:49 | 32:24 |
| 30-39 | 30:58 | 23:36 |
| 40-49 | 33:06 | 27:05 |
| 50-59 | 35:56 | 27:25 |
| 60-69 | 38:27 | 31:46 |
| 70+ | 1:00:04 | 42:12 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Typical race-day weather
Around April 11 the day usually runs from 42°F at dawn to 61°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 27% of days. Cold snaps dip to 31°F and hot years reach 77°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 500 Macungie Ave, Emmaus, PA 18049Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 610 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Kids, Other
- Editions
- 2027 (Apr 11, 2027), 2026 (Apr 12, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Emmaus 4 Mile Classic?
- Sunday, April 11, 2027, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $40 on Feb 15, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Apr 11, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- Kids, Other.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 194 runners finished the 4 Mile Classic; the median finish was 37:10 and the winner ran 20:23.
- Where does it start?
- 500 Macungie Ave, Emmaus, PA 18049.
From the organizers
Celebrate 50 Years. Be Part of History!
For half a century, the Emmaus 4-Mile Classic has stood as the longest-running race in the Lehigh Valley—a tradition rooted in community, fitness, and hometown pride. On Sunday, April 11, 2027, runners will gather once again at Emmaus High School to celebrate a milestone few events ever reach: the 50th running of this iconic race.
This isn’t just another year—it’s a chance to make history. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or first-time participant, joining the starting line means becoming part of a legacy that has endured for five decades.