Event Description

Join us for the annual 5K on Market Day in Newtown! Run or walk on the same course with professional timing provided through Pretzel City. Fruit and water will be provided for racers, as well as t-shirts for the first 100 racers to register. Top male and female racers in each age category will receive prizes. Medals will be handed out at the finish line only. 

Age categories: 5-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ 

The race ends at the Library, where the Market Day activities begin! Food trucks, music, crafters, and activities for children are planned throughout the Market area. The library will have its annual book sale as well.

For more information on Market Day visit the Newtown Historic Association website.

Event details and schedule

Event Schedule and Course Info:
The 5K begins at 9 AM at 30 North Chancellor Street, Newtown, PA 18940 and ends at the Newtown Library on Congress/Centre. The course map is included in the photo gallery. 

Arrival Info: Registration and t-shirt/bib pickup begins at 8 AM.

Parking: Parking is available at the Methodist church parking lot at the corner of North Congress and Greene Street. On-street parking is available on North Lincoln Avenue or South Lincoln Avenue. Market Day will be on the South side of Washington Avenue, so some streets may be closed for that activity.

Food/Drink: Water and fruit will be available at the start and end of the race.