Jack-O-Lantern_5k_10k

02/20/2026

If fish isn’t your thing, Richland Township Fire & Rescue will start back up with their Cheesesteak Grab & Go in March.

It's almost that time of the year. Please save the dates for this year's cheesesteak grab and goes. We look forward to seeing you there. First sale will be March 20th.

02/20/2026

Consider supporting the Knights of Columbus Quakertown who help organize our wonderful race.

Our Friday Fish Fry during Lent is back again this year in the Father Riegler Meeting Center for Faith and Family.
$13 per platter: Beer Battered Haddock Filet,
French Fries, Dinner Roll and Coleslaw
Come join us every Friday in Lent at: 2545 W Pumping Station Rd, Quakertown, PA

11/11/2025

On Veterans Day, consider thanking a Veteran by donating to Wreaths Across America. Union and St. Isidore Cemeteries in Quakertown are both participating in this time-honored tradition. Wreaths are $17. You can purchase a wreath and request it for a loved one or friend who served their country.

There will be a joint ceremony on Sat. Dec 13th at Noon in Union Cemetery. All are welcomed to join in the ceremony.

Donations for St. Isidore Cemetery https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/185876/Overview/?relatedId=0

Donations for Union Cemetery https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/174613/Overview/?relatedId=0

Wreaths Across America ("WAA") coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies every December to "Remember, Honor, and Teach" about the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. Please check out this page to learn how you can help by sponsoring Veterans Remembrance Wreaths or by joining us on Decembe...

10/19/2025

Awesome. This is where your race funds went.

🚨Saint Isiodore’s Church Donut Sunday Event 🚨

UTV 56 is currently on display at the Fr. Riegler Center with our friends from the Knights of Columbus Quakertown PA until 1215, the UTV was proudly purchased with funds raised from our annual joint fundraiser the Jack-O-Lantern_5k_10k.

10/05/2025

09/29/2025

just in time for Metal Monday. the 2025 FREE race photos. https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/PA/Quakertown/JackOLantern5K10K

09/29/2025

2025 race results:

The Jack-O-Lantern 5K & 10K is on Saturday September 27, 2025. It includes the following events: 5K, 5K with Pumpkin Challenge, 10K, and 10K with Pumpkin Challenge.

09/29/2025

We made WFMZ for the 2x time in two year’s thanks to the photo journalist from RTFR.

QUAKERTOWN, Pa. - Fall may have just started -- but some runners in Quakertown are ready for Halloween.

09/25/2025

🚗 PARKING INFO – JOL 2025 (Sat. 9/27) 🚗

We’ve made a few updates to parking this year (similar to last year), so please plan to arrive at least 15-30 minutes early. Some spots will require a short walk, and we want everyone ready to go for the 8:00 AM race start.

Parking order (see map):

Firehouse parking lot

Firehouse grass lot

Salem Mennonite Church

Across Rt. 309

🚶 Volunteers (with Fire Rescue trucks) will be on-site to help you cross Rt. 309 safely. Saturday mornings are usually quiet, but please use caution.

Additional parking: Cherry Rd / Nice Rd (farthest option, with a walk back along Cherry Rd to the Firehouse).

Let’s kick off a great race day together—see you Saturday! 🏃‍♀️🚴

09/24/2025

🎃🏃‍♂️ Get ready to run for a cause this Saturday! 🏃‍♀️🎃 Join us on Saturday, September 27 at the Richland Township Firehouse (64 Shelly Rd, Quakertown, PA) for the Jack-O-Lantern 5K/10K — a festive fall race supporting Richland Township Fire & Rescue 🚒🍂

👟 Whether you're racing or walking, your participation helps fund vital emergency services in our community. 🇺🇸 And don’t forget: Bring your old American flags to be respectfully retired by Naugle Funeral Home & Cremation Services — a meaningful way to honor our nation’s symbol.

🕗 Race starts at 8:00 AM 🎽 Costumes welcome. Community spirit encouraged.

Let’s make this a morning of movement, remembrance, and local pride.

09/23/2025

You can sign up Friday night in person OR Saturday AM. Get ready to run! 🌤️ Our 5k/10k race on September 27 kicks off with perfect race conditions: partly sunny skies and a comfortable 75°F in the morning. With just a light east breeze at 2 mph, your run will feel great! Cloud cover will be 78%, precipitation is minimal at 0.00 in, and visibility is a clear 10 miles—ideal for crushing those personal bests.

Whether you're chasing a PR or soaking in the atmosphere, it's shaping up to be an awesome day to hit the course. See you at the starting line! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

09/16/2025

🎃🏃‍♂️ The Pumpkin Challenge is officially SOLD OUT... but the race isn’t! 🏃‍♀️🔥
Join us for the Jack-O-Lantern 5K/10K on Friday, September 27 — and help support Richland Township Fire & Rescue 🚒❤️
Even though the Pumpkin Challenge spots are gone, you can still run with us!
👉 Same-day registration available
👉 Friday night in-person registration too
Let’s show up, run strong, and give back to the heroes who keep our community safe.
Tag your running crew and let’s make it a night to remember! 🍂👟