2026 - Anniversary Rock N' Run
2026 distances
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!
Race-day weather
Conditions on May 9, 2026 — historical Open-Meteo data.
The sun rises at 5:50 AM and sets at 8:05 PM local time (EDT) in Allentown on May 9, 2026 — 14h 15m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — Anniversary Rock N' Run
184 finishers across 2 distances · leading places in the 5K Live Event
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Meulman | 20:27 | 6:35 /mi |
| 2 | Barry Veet | 22:37 | 7:17 /mi |
| 3 | Chris Fowler | 22:37 | 7:17 /mi |
| 4 | Nick Ruffing | 22:45 | 7:19 /mi |
| 5 | Noah Gorski | 22:50 | 7:21 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Allentown
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- Allentown 5K Races 18 races
- Allentown Running Calendar 2026 29 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 29 Allentown events
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