18th Annual Give Thanks for Lebanon 5K/10K Race

About this event

Lace up and give thanks with us! Join family, friends, and runners of all ages for a fun-filled 5K/10K on the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or simply enjoying the miles, it’s a great way to kick off the holiday season while supporting the Lebanon YMCA!

The race will begin and end at the Lebanon High School.

⏰ 8:00 AM

💰 Registration Fee: $30 by 10/29 or $35 after 10/29. Fee includes a 2026 Race Shirt.

📍 Lebanon High School Parking Lot, 1000 South 8th Street

*Shirt and size are guaranteed if registered by October 29th

**TWO NEW ADDITIONS TO THE RACE**

GIVE THANKS HIGH SCHOOL TEAM TROPHY CHALLENGE

A new challenge for high school runners in Lebanon County. Runners are encouraged to sign up as a team from their respective high school. The top three runners’ times from each school will be tabulated. The school with the fastest time will receive the YMCA Give Thanks for Lebanon Run trophy.

⏰ 8:00 AM

💰 $15 per runner (the cost covers your bib and timing fee)

TODDLER GOBBLER

This fun and festive event is designed especially for young children. Kids will have a chance to run, walk, and cheer their way around the track.

*All participants will receive a medal!

1-2 year olds 100m Run

3-5 year olds 400m Run

*Parents are encouraged to run with their child if needed.

⏰ 9:30 AM

💰 $10 per child

📍 Lebanon Cedar Sports Complex Track, 100 Wilhelm Ave.

SPECIAL RACE FEATURES

• DJ Whiskay will be BRINGING THE BEATS TO YOUR FEET! Great Music • Good Vibes • Give Thanks!

• Cool Beans Brew Coffee Truck will be on-site at 6:30am with Coffee to Fuel Your Body!

• Race Packet Pick-Up: Lebanon Valley Family YMCA on Friday, November 13 from 1:00pm to 8:00pm or at the

registration table on race day from 7:00am to 7:45am

From Lebanon YMCA