2019 Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival

The 2019 Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival invites runners of all ages and abilities to participate in our half marathon, 5K, 10K, team relay or kids' fun fun to help raise money for Jim Thorpe's own Turn To Us, Inc. Half Marathon The 2019 half marathon course will take you from the beautiful view atop Flagstaff Mountain to the shores of Mauch Chunk Lake to the steps of Packer Mansion. With breathtaking views, serene woodland paths, a healthy dose of history, and a course that is mostly downhill and flat, this half marathon is sure to please runners of all ages and abilities! Afterwards, we'll party in Kemmerer Park with refreshments, awards, and a live band! 5K, 10K & Team Relays (and FREE Kid's Fun Run!) Treat Mom to her healthiest (and most beautiful) Mother’s Day yet. The 5K, 10K, and team relays will take runners around the shores of the beautiful Owl Creek Reservoir in Tamaqua, PA, a short drive from downtown Jim Thorpe. Each lap around the reservoir is exactly 1.55 miles, so the 5K will consist of two laps and the 10K will consist of 4 laps. The 5K will start at 8 am, the 10K at 8:45. Relay teams (of up to 6) are invited to begin at 8 am and run all 15K. The Kid's 800m Fun Run will kick off at 9! Afterwards, we’ll cap off the weekend festival with an all-out, family-friendly celebration including music and games!