
Harvest 5K is a running race on October 11–31, 2026 in Allentown, PA, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Come join us for the 11th Annual Harvest 5K run/walk in Allentown, Pennsylvania's beautiful Cedar Beach Park. Open to everyone of all ages and fitness level, including your dog-friendly dogs. It is a mostly packed and paved course through the Rose Garden. Water stations will be available at every mile, and expect cheering squads at every crossroads. Can't join us in Allentown? No problem: join us virtually from anywhere in the world.
Dog walk/run Rules
Register for the 5K then bring your pooch and enjoy 3.1 miles of running or walking.
Beneficiary
All proceeds will benefit the students of the Central Elementary School of Allentown PA on 9th Street and Turner. Central Elementary is one of 15 elementary schools located in the city of Allentown. Most of its students are very poor with 89% of families classified as Low Income, and everyone receives Free/Reduced Lunch. It serves a community with a poverty rate of 38.64% of the City's population. (2013 Census).
We aim to raise $5,000 to help provide for students gym equipment and uniforms.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
67°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Allentown Intl Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
125,320
as of 2023
City Elevation
343 ft
Nearest Airport
ABE
Lehigh Valley International Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 52 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Harvest 5K
Oct 11, 2026