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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
Henry County YMCA, New Castle IN
Distance
5K
Typical weather
47–64°F · some rain risk
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2025
46–70°F
dry
2024
37–58°F
dry
2023
45–58°F
dry
2022
37–47°F
rain
2021
43–61°F
dry
2020
35–59°F
dry
2019
40–55°F
dry
2018
39–52°F
dry
2017
43–63°F
dry
2016
66–80°F
dry
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About this race
Black Cat Classic 5K
Date and Location
- Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: Henry County YMCA, New Castle, IN
- Race URL: Black Cat Classic 5K
Race Details
- Distance: 5000 meter (3.1 miles)
- Start Point: Begins in the YMCA parking lot
- Course: Continues through city streets and ends at the YMCA along the Wilbur Wright Trail
- Participants: Runners, walkers, and strollers welcome
Additional Information
- Bicycles: NO BICYCLES on course please
- Splits: Available at 1 and 2 miles
- Water Station: Provided along the course
Course map
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