15th Anniversary Rock N' Run
About the Event
May is National Foster Care Awareness Month—and what better way to celebrate than by joining us for the 15th Anniversary Rock N Run 4 Kids!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown, PA. Choose your challenge: 5-Mile, 5K, or Kids Fun Run (in person) or go virtual with the 5-Mile, 5K, or Mile-A-Day Challenge—complete your race anytime now throughout May!
Special Note: The Kids Fun Run is FREE, but space is limited to the first 125 participants—don’t wait to register!
Proceeds benefit The Salvation Army's Foster Care & Adoption Program, helping us provide loving homes and vital services to children in foster care right here in our community.
Registration Pricing and Deadlines:
Early Bird (through December 31, 2025)
5K—$30(in person or virtual)
5 Mile—$35 (in person or virtual)
Kids Run—FREE
Mile-A-Day Challenge $35 (virtual only)
Standard Registration: January 1- May 9, 2026:
5K—$35 (in person or virtual)
5 Mile—$40 (in person or virtual)
Kids Run—FREE
Mile-A-Day Challenge $40 (virtual only)
Day of Registration for In-Person Event: May 9, 2026
5K—$40 (in person or virtual)
5 Mile—$45 (in person or virtual)
Kids Run—FREE
Register to run or walk the virtual 5 Mile, 5K, or Kids Fun Run or Mile-A-Day Challenge anytime now throughout the month of May.
Participants who register for the virtual 5 Mile, 5K, or Mile-A-Day Challenge before April 15, 2026, will receive a t-shirt and race certificate. (Choose option to have items shipped to you for an additional $8 if you do not plan to pick up in person).
Email Florence Rhue at florence.rhue@use.salvationarmy.org with any questions. All registrants will receive detailed participation instructions.
Register today for the 15th Anniversary Rock N' Run and make a difference in the life of a local child in foster care!
Join fellow runners on May 9, 2026 for the 15th Anniversary Rock N' Run. It's a fantastic 5K, 8K, 49.9K featuring a flat and fast course in Allentown.
Races Offered
Running
5K Live Event
Run your 5-Mile or 5K with the innovative Racejoy app which will give you pacing, cheers, results submission and much more! If you don't want to run with your phone, you can submit your results manually. We'll show you how.
5-Mile Live Event
Run your 5-Mile or 5K with the innovative Racejoy app which will give you pacing, cheers, results submission and much more! If you don't want to run with your phone, you can submit your results manually. We'll show you how.
Mile-A-Day Challenge
Run or walk 1 mile a day on your own schedule or complete a total of 31 miles at your own pace—anytime during the month of May. This flexible challenge is a great way to stay active, build momentum, and make every mile count for children in foster care. By participating, you’ll raise awareness during National Foster Care Awareness Month and help The Salvation Army’s Foster Care & Adoption Program provide safe, loving homes and vital support for local kids who need it most. Every step you take brings hope to a child’s future. 💙 Use the Racejoy app to track your progress or you can submit your results directly through runsignup. We'll show you how. Virtual run can be completed at your choice of date and location. We hope you'll post your photo with #RNR4Kids26 or send them to angie.gillen@use.salvationarmy.org for us to share on our social media!
Virtual 5-Mile Run
Take on the challenge of 5 miles—on your own time, at your own pace, and from any location! Run or walk your 5 miles on your favorite trail, track, treadmill, or neighborhood route. Complete your miles anytime during the month of May and celebrate knowing you’ve made a difference. Your participation supports The Salvation Army’s Foster Care & Adoption Program, helping children in foster care find safe, loving homes and the services they deserve. Within 48 hours of registration, a race bib will be sent to you via the registration email address. Virtual run can be completed at your choice of date and location. We hope you'll post your photo with #RNR4Kids26 or send them to angie.gillen@use.salvationarmy.org for us to share on our social media!
Virtual 5K Run
Can’t make it to Coca-Cola Park? Join us from anywhere with the Virtual 5K! Run or walk 3.1 miles on your own schedule, at your favorite trail, park, treadmill, or neighborhood route. Complete your 5K anytime during the month of May and share your results and photos with us online. Every step supports The Salvation Army’s Foster Care & Adoption Program, helping us find caring homes and provide vital services for children in foster care. Within 48 hours of registration, a race bib will be sent to you via the registration email address. Virtual run can be completed at your choice of date and location. We hope you'll post your photo with #RNR4Kids26 or send them to angie.gillen@use.salvationarmy.org for us to share on our social media!
About Allentown
15th Anniversary Rock N' Run takes place in Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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