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Kris Kringle 


 

Welcome back to the race world KRIS KRINGLE! This year’s 5 Mile race will be held at the Berks County Agricultural Center on December 27th, 2026 at 10:00 AM and we can’t wait to see you there.
The race changes direction every year giving runners a different perspective of the beautiful course. It is stroller and walker friendly. There are fast road sections, slow hill sections, gorgeous trail in the Blue Marsh Lake area and a section of the Union Canal trail next to a beautiful trout stream. Dogs are not permitted at this event.

Place
Berks County Agricultural Center
1238 County Wellfare Rd.
Leesport, PA US 19533

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Description
The Pagoda Pacers Athletic Club is happy to invite you to the 40th annual Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run!
Looking to squeeze in one last fun event in over the Christmas break? This race is always a family favorite, with proceeds benefiting the Berks County Cross Country Coaches Association. So grab your friends & family and close out 2026 with us!
 
Registration Fees: ALL registration fees are RACE ONLY 
  • $25 per runner through November 30th, 2026
  • Day-of registration: $30 
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON December 16 at 11:59PM EST
 
Course Info:
 
This year's course will run counter clockwise from the start and includes both road and easy trail sections through Blue Marsh and the Union Canal Trail. This race is stroller and walker friendly but dogs are prohibited on the course.
 
Hoodies: 
  • Hoodies are not included with the race registration cost. 
  • We do not order extra hoodies. Deadline for ordering a hoodie is November 30th. No exceptions. 
  • IF there are any additional hoodies that have not been claimed after the award ceremony, they will be for sale for $25 each while supplies last. 

New and this year only! 
 
We will also be offering a limited edition Kris Kringle running hat! You can purchase both a hoodie and a hat, just one or the other, or nothing at all. Hats will be $18. We are not ordering extra hats. Deadline for ordering hats in November 30th. The hat option is on a separate page after the hoodie selection but before you finish registering. 
 
Race Day Info:
  • Registration: 8:30 AM  |  Race Start: 10:00 AM
  • Same-day registration will be available at $30 per runner (no hoodie option)
  • Leave your doggy pals at home, please. No dogs permitted at this event.
Awards:
  • Overall: Top 2 male and female (not eligible for age group awards)
  • Age Groups: Top 3 male and female in 5-year brackets from U14 to 80, plus a 80+ category
Weather: In case of inclement weather on race day, updates will be sent to the email address used for registration. 

Keep up with the latest updates and race fun by joining our Facebook Group: Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run

 
QUESTIONS:  KrisKringleRace@gmail.com. 

 
Insured By The Road Runners Club of America


Social

Pacer Christmas Party
 
Date: Friday, December 4th
Time: 6pm-11pm
Location: Grill Fire Company – 739 Mountain View Rd. Reading, PA 19607
 
Come mingle and dance the night away with your best Pagoda Pacer buds!  If you haven’t attended in the past few years, you’re in for a treat! 
 
You don’t want to miss this end of year soirée!

General Membership Meeting

The Monthly Membership meeting will be held on Thursday October 8th, 2026 
 
Tobias Frogg Berks
2613 Hampden Blvd, Reading, PA 19604. Park behind the building and there is a private room when you walk in. 
   Food and drink at 6:30 p.m. Meeting starts at 7:00 p.m. All members welcome. Members are responsible for purchasing their own beverages.
Please note you will need to RSVP if planning to attend!

Click here to RSVP
 
 
Meetings are held the second Thursday of each month @7:00 pm.  All are welcome

Community Involvement/Volunteering 

Click here for info about the club's trail maintenance program.

 


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Our Mission

The Pagoda Pacers Athletic Club promotes physical fitness and public wellness. We conduct athletic activities in our community, organize competitions, social gatherings, and educate the public on physical fitness and wellness. We promote participation in the sports of running, cycling, duathlons, & triathlons. We also encourage members to be more than just athletes by conducting a variety of social and civic activities in the Reading, Pennsylvania area.