Distant Area Vol Fire Dept PB Festival

New Bethlehem, United States • 19 Sep 2026

Distant Area Vol Fire Dept PB Festival 5K Race/Fun Walk and Half Marathon

The event takes place on September 19, 2026, in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The venue address is 309 Grant Street, New Bethlehem, PA 16242, United States.

Course details differ by distance. The 5K is a mostly level course that runs primarily on Rails to Trails. The half marathon travels the hills of western Pennsylvania, crosses Red Bank Creek twice, and includes a rail trail tunnel that shortens part of the route.

The races start and finish at the South Bethlehem Borough Building. Timing for the event is provided by Gingerbread Timing.

Distances:

  • 3.1 Miles - 5K Race/Fun Walk, level course mostly on Rails to Trails
  • 13.1 Miles - Half Marathon over western Pennsylvania hills, crosses Red Bank Creek twice

Registration opens May 23, 2026 and closes September 19, 2026. Registration fees listed are $30.00 for the 5K and $40.00 for the half marathon. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon
3 mi
5k Race/fun Walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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