
2026 LVRR June Kids Series
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Allentown, PA
- Lehigh Parkway, 18014
- Featured distance
- 0.5 Miles
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A free, community-supported running series for kids ages 3-14, focused on health and introducing them to the sport.
- For a Cause
Great for
- Beginner Friendly
- Kids & Youth
The LVRR June Kids Series offers a free running experience for children ages 3-14 in Allentown, PA. Designed to educate young runners and promote healthy lifestyles, this event provides age-appropriate distances from 1/8 mile to 2 miles. Participants receive a finisher ribbon, water, and a snack, making it an accessible and encouraging introduction to the sport. It's a community-supported opportunity for youth to engage with running.
What to expect
- Children ages 3-14 can participate in age-specific distances, from 1/8 mile to 2 miles.
- Younger runners (ages 3-6) will experience wave starts for a smoother beginning.
- Each child receives a finisher ribbon, water, and a snack after their run.
Standout details
- Free registration for all children
- Ages 3-14 with varied distances
- Finisher ribbon, water, and snack
- Community-sponsored youth event
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Vibe Check
Easygoing
warm-day exposure
- Warm season
The course
- Hilly
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
This is a FREE event offered to all children in the Lehigh Valley.
WHO: Ages 3-14 WHERE: Lehigh Parkway, Allentown, PA (40.5788761,-75.4951289) WHEN: June 20 WHY: To educate children about the sport of running and promote a healthy lifestyle.
REGISTRATION IS FREE AND ONLINE ONLY -- In its continued efforts to support youth running in the Lehigh Valley, the LVRR is proud to sponsor every child for this event. Registration closes the Wednesday prior to race day - there is no race day registration. .
Races are held rain or shine. In the event of cancellation, all information will be posted by 7:30 AM race day on the LVRR website , Facebook page , and an email will be sent to all those who registered online.
AMENITIES: Each participant will receive a finisher ribbon, water and snack.
AGE GROUPS AND DISTANCES: • 3-4 yrs – 1/8 mile • 5-6 yrs – 1/4 mile • 7-8 yrs – 1/2 mile • 9-10 yrs – 1 mile • 11-12 yrs – 1½ miles • 13-14 yrs – 2 miles
Wave starts for children ages 3-6
Registration is per event THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
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