2026 YMCA Bucks County Strong 5K set for May 9

The 2026 YMCA Bucks County Strong 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run On Saturday, May 9, marks the fourth race out of seven within the historic, 30th Anniversary Bucks 5K Series. The YMCA 5K lives in the heart of the Doylestown community, and is a perfect race for first-time runners and seasoned athletes.

This year over 400 runners will once again traverse the picturesque scenery of Doylestown with a finish line and awards ceremony on the field of War Memorial Stadium at Central Bucks West High School. The event features entertainment before, during and after the race, including DJ BatDan and live music by Ryan Shubert. An additional 1-mile Fun Run directly on the track provides a great way to encourage families and the next generation of 5K runners.

The YMCA Bucks County Strong 5K finish turns race day into a whole family experience, as vendors and family fun events will be on site, capped off with a post-race party celebrating Bucks County Strong champions at Villa Capri. Race finishers receive a commemorative 2025 race medal and flowers to celebrate Mother’s Day.

“The YMCA Bucks County Strong 5k and fun run is an iconic race in the Bucks County 5K series,” shared Justin Grand, River Crossing YMCA’s race day director. “We are proud to continue to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the series as only the YMCA can - with an event that is open to all and brings out not just runners, but entire families.”

River Crossing YMCA thanks Bucks County Strong 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run sponsors Penn Medicine Doylestown Health, One Digital and Pro-Coat Painters. All proceeds raised by the 5K and Fun Run support River Crossing YMCA community impact programs and financial assistance, including for camp, child care, and YMCA Pathway programs, which are free, specialized community health and wellness programs. To learn more about the YMCA Bucks County Strong 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run, please visit our website. 

YMCA Bucks County Strong 5K website

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