Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Mother's Day Run for the Roses: a small, family-friendly half marathon with a fresh rose at the finish.
Race Date
May 9, 2027
Location
Coplay, PA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, May 9, 2027
- Location
- Coplay, Pennsylvania
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 15K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 290
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
First run in 2022, the Mother's Day Run for the Roses has quickly become a cherished small-town tradition. Set on the flat, paved Ironton Rail Trail in Coplay, PA, the course winds through wooded sections and along the Lehigh River, offering a serene backdrop for a spring race. With about 109 finishers in recent years, the event maintains an intimate, community feel—nearly one in ten runners return each year, a testament to its welcoming spirit.
The race lives up to its name: every woman runner receives a fresh rose at the finish, alongside a commemorative plaque for first-time half marathoners. After crossing the line, runners gather for food and drink under the inflatable finish arch, celebrating Mother's Day with family. The fast, flat course is ideal for beginners and those chasing a new personal best, while the warm, supportive atmosphere makes it a hidden gem in the Lehigh Valley.
Race-provided description
Online registration is OPEN here https://events.elitefeats.com/26mothersdayrun Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Ironton Rail Trail May 11, 2025 in Coplay, PA
If you have any questions, please email markfastfinishes@gmail.com or events@elitefeats.com. Thank you! We are happy to announce that this event is part of our new Half Marathon Series. More information is available by clicking on the link below:
https://events.elitefeats.com/half This year our race includes a fresh rose for all women runners at the finish line. We elevated our Mother's Day Run into an event experience! Walkers and families are welcome.We'll have the inflatable finish line arch ready and waiting for you.There will be food and drink post-race.
We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration option that has their own awards categories: overall and age groups.
All first time half marathon and marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half finish. The athletes will also receive their finisher’s medal. Find Mark at the end of the race and let him know you ran your first marathon or half.Here's a link to the mapmyrun course with elevation chart: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5459102422/
SWAG Elite Feats is known for high-end, well-designed SWAG at our events. Entry fees will include : T-shirtFinisher's medalAnkle running socksWe do everything we can to make sure your shirt size and medal and socks are available. Sometimes items may not be available at your event. Please talk with our registration people after the race if you have not received your SWAG! We will address and resolve your concerns to your satisfaction. Our commitment to you is that we will make good on getting any item that you expect and deserve.
2024 Finisher's Medal
I Run for Fun socks
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Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, May 9, 2027
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Ironton Rail Trail 245 N 2nd Street, Coplay, PA, 18037
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Solid Pick475 years running
~94 finishers a year
growing or steady
9% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:22:22
typical high 68°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
47°
Afternoon (High)
68°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 290 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2020
Total finishers
290
Median time
2:10:06
Latest turnout
23
States
11
Turnout by year
2019–2020
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K?
The Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K is held on Sunday, May 9, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K take place?
It takes place in Coplay, Pennsylvania.
What distances does the Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 15K.
Is the Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 290 runners who have completed the Mother's Day Run for the Roses: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K.
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