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Sunday, October 11th, 2026
North 3rd Street & Bushkill Drive, Easton PA
5K
50–67°F · low rain risk
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47–65°F
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44–66°F
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40–69°F
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58–71°F
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57–67°F
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50–67°F
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68–73°F
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61–70°F
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39–64°F
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About this race
The Artful Dash 5K 2026
Date and Location
- Date: 2026-10-11
- Start Time: 10:00 a.m.
- Location: North 3rd Street & Bushkill Drive, Easton, PA
- Event URL: Artful Dash 5K
Event Description
The Artful Dash is back for its 9th edition in 2026! We are excited to welcome you to this wonderful event along the trail that runners and walkers look forward to each October!
Run or walk to support the Karl Stirner Arts Trail and ensure its ongoing success. The Arts Trail fosters opportunities for the community to experience the interconnectedness of art with nature, history, and health & wellness in a natural urban environment. The race begins behind Don Juan's on North Third Street and heads onto Bushkill Drive for a quarter-mile before turning onto the Karl Stirner Arts Trail. Speed past sculptures and works of art or enjoy the sights while walking through the trail. The turnaround and water point are at the 13th Street parking lot.
Race Details
- Chip-timed: This race is officially timed.
- Dog-friendly: Prizes for the first dog past the finish line!
- Open to All Ages: Runners under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Guaranteed T-shirt: Sign up by 11:59 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20.
Registration Information
Additional sign-ups will occur during packet pick-up on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Easton Farmer's Market at the East Entrance, and from 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11 (race day) at $40/person. We will accept cash, checks, or credit cards.
Prize Categories
- Overall: 1st, 2nd & 3rd for Men, Women & Non-Binary
- First Dog: Overall first dog
- Age Groups: First Man & Woman in each age group:
- 17 and under
- 18-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70+
Get Involved
Our committee can always use an extra set of hands to help gather sponsors and organize volunteers. If you would like to get involved in the 2026 edition, please contact race chair Lynn Schoof at lmo5052@gmail.com. Thank you!
Beneficiary
All proceeds of the event benefit the Karl Stirner Arts Trail.
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