In 20 days · Sat, Aug 15, 2026
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When
Saturday, August 15th, 2026
Where
3501 Fairview Ave, Palmer PA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
65–83°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
70–87°F
dry
2024
62–84°F
dry
2023
69–81°F
rain
2022
61–85°F
dry
2021
65–84°F
dry
2020
67–83°F
dry
2019
66–81°F
rain
2018
66–85°F
dry
2017
68–78°F
rain
2016
72–88°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Date: 2026-08-15
- Location: 3501 Fairview Ave, Palmer, PA
- Start Time: 9AM
- Registration: Day of Registration starts at 7:30AM
Race Details
- Type: 5K (3.1 miles) Run and Walk along the bike path in Palmer and Bethlehem Townships
- T-shirts: For the first 300 registrants
- Awards: For age groups: 8 to 60+
- Prizes: Overall top male and female winners, Raffle prizes, and more
Facilities
- Refreshments: Available both before and after the race
- Restrooms: Available near the start and finish line
- Start/Finish: Race begins and ends in the same area
Beneficiary
- Support: Major benefactor is the Miracle League of Northampton County
- Mission: Help build a stronger tomorrow for the township and surrounding areas
- Focus: Donation proceeds will support the Miracle League, located at Easton Rotary Field in Palmer Township
- More Info: For additional information visit miracleleagueofnc.org
Community Event
- Part of: Annual Palmer Community Day
- Kick-off: Begins Wednesday night with a family movie under the tent
- Duration: Runs through Sunday
- Details: See link below for more information
Registration Link
- Registration: Click here to register
Course map
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