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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lights in the Parkway 5K | 5K | Nov 25, 20267:00 PM | $40$45 after Sep 29, 2026 | 1,200 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $45 on Sep 29, 2026.
Online registration closes Nov 18, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $40, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 5K in Pennsylvania, which costs $30 right now.
A typical finisher at a 5K in Allentown runs 33:36, about 10:49 a mile, based on 13 races with published results. Women typically finish in 36:34 and men in 28:20.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:59 AM, and the Lights in the Parkway 5K starts at 7:00 PM. The start sits about 380 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
1680 Park Drive, Allentown, PA 18103
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Around November 25 the day usually runs from 32°F at dawn to 46°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 23% of days. Cold snaps dip to 25°F and hot years reach 56°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.
What the organizers of Lights in the Parkway 5K cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
September 29: Price Increase. October 29: Customized bib cut-off. October 20: Price Increase. November 6: T-shirt guarantee cut-off. November 18: Registration Closes. November 22: Packet Pick-up @Sherman Street. November 24: Packet Pick-up…
Schedule and packet pickup
Packet Pickup: Sherman Street Beer Company >> 1825 E Tremont St, Allentown, PA 18109. Starting Line: Lehigh Valley Parkway >> 1680 Park Drive, Allentown, PA 18103.
Schedule and packet pickup
Early packet pickup is STRONGLY recommended, very limited race day pick-up is available. All pre-race packet pickup is at Sherman Street Beer Company: 1825 E Tremont Street, Allentown. Sunday, November 22: 2 PM- 5 PM. Tuesday, November 24…
Schedule and packet pickup
January 24 - September 28: $40. September 29 - October 30: $45. October 31 - November 18: $50. Youth Registration: $30. Families of 4 or more registering together will save $15. There is no race day registration / event will most likely…
Parking and travel
There is no parking within the Parkway. Please be prepared to walk 1 mile or more to the starting area. Parking will be directed by entering from Lehigh Street onto Vultee (at the CVS) - the first 50ish cars will be allowed to enter and…
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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.