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Newton River Festival 5K

West Newton, United States • 12 Sep 2026

Newton River Festival 5k

The Newton River Festival 5k takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in West Newton, Pennsylvania. The event is set on the Gap Trail and serves as the opening activity for the Newton River Festival.

The festival includes food and crafts vendors, games, live music, and fireworks. The running event is organized with separate divisions, including a walk division and a run/walk division. The stated meeting point is near 108 W. Main St., West Newton, PA 15089.

Distances offered:

  • 5k Run
  • 5k Walk

The description focuses on the course setting and the accompanying festival atmosphere. Details about registration, pricing, and other operational items are provided separately by the organizer. The language here describes observable features: the Gap Trail course, the connection to the river festival, the available event divisions, and the listed festival attractions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania West Newton

Race information

Registration
5 km
5k Run
5 km
5k Walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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