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2025 Bethlehem Running Festival presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network

Fri October 17 - Sun October 19, 2025 Bethlehem, PA 18015 US Directions

FAQs For Lexus Premier VIP Ticket Holders

Lexus Premier VIP Ticket Holder FAQ
These questions are specific to premiere ticket holders. For general event questions, please refer to the Runners FAQ.


Where is the VIP Area? 
This year, the VIP area is on the second floor of the ArtsQuest building. Take the stairs or the elevator to the right of the entrance to the movie theatre. 


Who is my VIP contact person in case I have a question or need assistance? 
Amy Cullen is your VIP contact person. She will be reaching out in the second week of October. You can email her at: Amy@runbethlehem.com


Where do VIP Ticket Holders Park?
Premier VIP Ticket Holders will park in the VIP lot (Ruins East). You MUST have your VIP parking pass (included in your race packet) to park in the VIP lot. See the parking map here: BRF PARKING MAP.
Be sure to read the next two FAQs about leaving the lot.

 

A PARKING NOTE On Saturday's 10K. This ONLY applies to Saturday.
For the Saturday 5K/10K: If you park in Free lots 1, 2, or the VIP lot, you will not be able to exit between 9:00 am and 9:30 am due to the 10K. 


Parking Note for 10K ONLY Runners!
Roads into our free parking lots will be closed ON SATURDAY from 7:30 am to 7:50 am due to the 5K. After 7:50 am, enter the ArtsQuest complex via Founders Way and Take a Right on 2nd Street to Park in Free Lot 1. Map HERE.
If you are running the 10K only and plan to arrive between 7:30 am and 7:50 am, you have three options:
1. Find free, legal street parking South of 3ʳᵈ Street (4ᵗʰ Street).
2. Park in the Polk Street Garage at 413 East 3ʳᵈ Street (this garage costs $10).
3. Park before 7:30 am or after 7:50 am!
 
Where are bathrooms for VIP ticket holders?
VIP registration includes access to bathrooms right next to the VIP lounge in ArtsQuest. Additional bathrooms are located on the first floor of AQ, the AQ visitors center, and there will be portable toilets along your race route.


VIP Ticket Holder Coffee With Bart Yasso – Schedule and Meeting Place
Race host, course designer, and Distance Running Hall-of-Famer Bart Yasso will meet all Premier Ticket Holders for coffee and a conversation about the half marathon course shortly after the conclusion of the Saturday's 10K in the VIP lounge at ArtsQuest. 


VIP Bib Pickup
VIP ticket holders can pick up their packets on Friday from noon to 7:00 pm at the expo at ArtsQuest, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem. If you cannot make it Friday, you can pick up your packet on Saturday from noon-2pm outside of ArtsQuest.

If you need your packet brought to the VIP lounge, simply reach out to Amy at amy@runbethlehem.com
 
What are the hours for the VIP room?
Saturday: 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday: 6:30 am - 1:00 pm
 
Can I leave things in the VIP room when I run?
Yes, there will be an area available for you to leave your bags.


When will I receive my VIP swag?

Your VIP host, Amy, will have your swag for you when you arrive at the VIP room.


What will be available at Sunday's continental breakfast?

The continental breakfast will offer:
Bagels with cream cheese, peanut butter, butter, and jelly
A variety of muffins and pastries
Fresh fruit
Hot coffee and tea

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