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 includes a 5k run and a 5k walk. Registration closes September 11, 2026. Entry price is $25 for each event. A walk division and a run/walk division are listed.

Location and course

The race is held on the Gap Trail. The listed place for the event is 108 W. Main St., West Newton, PA 15089. The 5k will kick off the river festival, which features food, crafts vendors, games, live music, and fireworks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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