Lights in the Parkway 5K – Allentown, PA 2026

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 don’t 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 carp