Bethany of Central PA - Walk in Love

Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT

Location: Lancaster Bible College, 901 Eden Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601
Featured distance: 1 Mile
Type: Run

Race feel

A heartwarming festival and fun run for kids in Lancaster, supporting Safe Families for Children with games, food, and joyful community spirit.

Fun
Festive
For a Cause

Great for

Beginner Friendly

Join Bethany of Central PA for the 'Walk in Love' event, a special day designed for school-age children to run and walk in support of Safe Families for Children. This initiative helps keep children safe and families together in Pennsylvania by providing crucial support to those facing challenges. Beyond the races, families can enjoy a vibrant festival atmosphere featuring bounce houses, carnival games, food trucks, and a unique vendor market. It's a wonderful opportunity for kids to participate in a meaningful event while enjoying a day of community fun.

What to expect

Kids of all school ages can participate in fun runs, with a special toddler toddle for the littlest ones.
Enjoy a lively family fun festival featuring bounce houses, carnival games, prizes, and face painting.
Explore a unique vendor market and savor offerings from local food trucks throughout the day.

Standout details

Kids-only fun runs
Supports Safe Families for Children
Family fun festival & bounce houses
Awards for top fundraisers

Perks & features

Food & Drink
Swag Included

From the public listing; confirm on the official site.

Course feel

A practical read on terrain, elevation, footing, and typical conditions.

Easier Day

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Typically rolling

Built from public event details. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official event page before signing up.

From the organizer

Join us for the Bethany walk/run located at Lancaster Bible College during Homecoming to support Safe Families for Children, keeping children safe and families together in Pennsylvania.

By participating, you'll raise awareness of and provide crucial support for families facing challenges like poverty, homelessness, and health issues. Together, we can make a lasting impact by building stronger, united communities.

Times:

Registration pens - 9:30 AM Gather & Prayer - 9:45 AM Race start - 10:00 AM Food, games, activities 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Highlights:

Lancaster Homecoming Day admission Car show Fun run for all ages (Note: This is not a timed run, but a fundraiser run.) Toddler toddle race Award ceremony for individuals and teams who raised the highest sponsorship for the walk/run Food trucks Activities, games, and more! Registration includes a t-shirt, race number, and admission to Lancaster Homecoming Day. Race materials will only be available to pick up on the morning of the race. Please arrive early to receive your materials and be at the race starting line by 9:30 AM.

Contact johndizon@bethany.org for more info