Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 Pretzel Twist 5K Run/Walk & Kids’ Run. Congratulations to all of our Triple Crown winners that earned cash prizes for being the top runners for all three of our 5K races for the recCenters of Lancaster County. For more Triple Crown info & results, scroll to the bottom of the page.
Click here for 2026 Pretzel Twist 5K race results!
Click here for photos from our 2026 event! – Photo Credit: Michael Marcon
Age Groups (Male/Female):
| 14 & Under | 30-34 | 50-54 |
| 15-19 | 35-39 | 60-64 |
| 20-24 | 40-44 | 65-69 |
| 25-29 | 45-49 | 70+ |
For our youngest runners, a fun mile run for kid-friendly competition. Kids get race bibs and shirts and lots of sideline cheering to keep them moving toward the finish line.
Pay $65 & run all three 5K events:
2026 RACE DATES:
Ephrata recCenter Memorial Day 5K: Memorial Day – May 25th – COMPLETE
Hempfield recCenter Amos Herr Honey Run: August 22nd – Race Course – COMPLETE
Lititz recCenter Pretzel Twist: September 19th – COMPLETE
Click here to see our Triple Crown 2026 Finalists!
Triple Crown Registered Athletes are eligible for $100 first place prizes and $65 second place awards in three categories for top and runner up male and female: 17 and under, adult, and Master’s (50+). Awards ceremony at last event, at the Pretzel Twist in September. Registration deadline for Triple Crown 5K race series is May 11, 2026 for event shirts, Memorial Day is the last day for all Triple Crown race entries (MUST be registered prior to start of the first race). Participants must complete all three events in order to remain eligible for Triple Crown 5K prizes. Participants are also eligible for individual event prizes. Events have option for individual event registrations, however only Triple Crown 5Ks registrants will be eligible for Triple Crown awards.
Questions? Contact Race Director RonStief@lititzrec.com or call 717.626.5096 ext. 229