Carbon County D&L TrailFest

Sunday, June 14, 2026 • 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Lehighton Outdoor Center • 123 Lehigh Drive, Lehighton, PA

The Carbon County D&L TrailFest returns for its second year! After a successful inaugural event celebrating the D&L Trail and the vibrant communities it brings together, TrailFest is back in 2026 with even more opportunities to explore, taste, and experience the best of Carbon County’s outdoor culture.

This family‑friendly festival will once again highlight the unique blend of recreation, local businesses, and community spirit that makes the D&L Trail, and our Anthracite Region so special. Whether you’re a seasoned trail user or discovering the Corridor for the first time, TrailFest is the perfect way to kick off your summer adventures.

Carbon County D&L TrailFest offers something for everyone, featuring a lively Beer and Wine Garden showcasing local favorites Bright Path Brewing and Big Creek Vineyard, alongside live music and a variety of food trucks serving up festival favorites. Families can enjoy kids activities, hands‑on trail‑themed programs, and interactive experiences that celebrate the outdoors and the D&L Trail.

Scheduled Events & Activities

• 9:00 AM – D&L TrailFest opens to public , cornhole tournament registration opens
• 9:45 AM – Festival Opening Remarks 
• 10:00 AM – Flag Raising Ceremony with Lehighton Fire Co and singing of the National Anthem 
• 10:00 AM-12:00 PM – Live music performed by Matt Filer 
• 11:00 AM – Guided ‘Welcome Walk’ Led by Brit Kondravy, DLNHC 
• 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM – DJ Monroe Berger 
• 12:00 PM – Guided ‘Photography Walk’ by Dan DiBella, DLNHC

All Day Events & Activities 

• $10 bike rentals – Lehighton Outdoor Center 
• E-bike Demonstration – Lehighton Outdoor Center 
• All Ages Pop Up Tennis – Valley Royale Foundation 
• Crayola’s Chalk the Trail – Alice Wanamaker 
• Crayola Kid’s corner: color your mile marker 
• Bring your own lawn chair to enjoy vendors, food, and music 
• Coal Cracker Cornhole Tournament  
• Face Painting – Place by kid’s tent.  
• Food Trucks

D&L TrailFest Virtual 5k

New this year! Join us for the D&L TrailFest Virtual 5K is a fun and flexible way to support the D&L Trail and the work of Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, no matter where you are. Participants can run, walk, or roll a 5K (3.1 miles) at their own pace anytime between June 14 and June 21, 2026, on the trail, in their neighborhood, or even on a treadmill, while earning a custom finisher medal and event t‑shirt. Proceeds directly support trail maintenance, educational programming, and community engagement across the Corridor, and participants are encouraged to celebrate in person at TrailFest on June 14th.

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Coal Cracker Cornhole Tournament

Tournament Details

Registration Opens: 9:00 AM

Tournament Starts: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Bring your own partner
• All teams will be guaranteed 6 matches.
• Teams will play 4 preliminary rounds
• After the preliminary rounds are completed, the field will be split into groups based on each team’s record.
• Each group will play a double elimination bracket to determine the top teams in each group.
• Top Teams in each group will place.
• Team registration Fee: $60

Photography Walk and Photo Challenge

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