Honest Abe 4.6 Miler
Newtown, PA
Sun, Jan 24, 2027
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Sunday, January 24th, 2027
Tyler State Park, Newtown PA
25–39°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2026
8–17°F
dry
2025
16–28°F
dry
2024
33–47°F
rain
2023
31–47°F
dry
2022
24–35°F
dry
2021
21–33°F
dry
2020
28–52°F
dry
2019
32–57°F
rain
2018
32–43°F
dry
2017
35–41°F
rain
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Race-day forecast says layers
25°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Why is it called Honest Abe? It is because Abraham Lincoln's birthday is February 12th and the race is held on... oh my, this wasn't planned well. It's an honest mistake, good thing we're a running club and not a history club.
This is for a single race sign up. To sign up for the series, please go to the Winter Series Sign Up page.
About the Winter Series:
An event which began back in 1978, the BCRR Winter Series includes 11 weekly races from December through February (weather permitting). You must register for an annual BCRR membership prior to registering for the entire series. Registration for membership and the Winter Series begins in the fall of each year.
You do not need to be a member to participate in single races during the series. Single event registration for non-members is available onsite on race day only.
For those who wish to compete for awards: You must also fulfill the series requirement of at least one race and one volunteer assignment. Please read the Winter Series Rules for more information.
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