Pretzel Twist 5K & Kids Run

Click here to view the 48th Annual Pretzel Twist results! (September 20, 2025)

Click here to view photos of the event!

Click here to view Triple Crown standings from all three races!

Pretzel Twist 5K Event Details

• 8am race start, 7 am post-reg and check in opens
• Kids Run at 7:45 am before 5K start
• Fast and accurate course in Lititz neighborhoods and countryside
• Family-friendly run/walk/stroller for all competition levels – novice to advanced
• Cash and pretzel prizes!
• Goody bags and event shirts

Age Groups (Male/Female):

WANT TO TRIPLE THE FUN?

Enter the recCenters of Lancaster County Triple Crown 5K Series

Pay $65 to register for all three 5K events:

Ephrata (Memorial Day)

Hempfield (August)

Lititz (September)

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.

Awards!  

• Cash prizes for top overall 3 males/females 
• Prizes awarded in age categories and team divisions
• Triple Crown 5K – Athletes registered for all 3 recCenters of Lancaster County 5K’s are eligible for additional prize money!

Questions?   Contact Race Director RonStief@lititzrec.com or call 717.626.5096 ext. 229

Kids Mile Run

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.

Pretzel Twist 5K Course Route

Click here to print PDF of the course!