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Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center, Vestal NY
5K
55–73°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
50–73°F
dry
2024
55–78°F
dry
2023
56–77°F
dry
2022
63–77°F
rain
2021
61–76°F
dry
2020
48–71°F
dry
2019
58–68°F
rain
2018
59–76°F
dry
2017
50–76°F
dry
2016
52–72°F
dry
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About this race
🌟 Race Overview
Kopernik’s Race to the Stars 5K road race is an annual fundraiser that started in 2018. Join us for this special 5K road race through the hills surrounding the Observatory. We invite all to participate by sponsoring, donating, running, and cheering your friends and family on!
📅 Event Details
- Date: 2026-09-12
- Location: Kopernik Observatory & Science Center, Vestal, NY
- Race Type: 5K road race
- Website: Race to the Stars 5K
🤝 How to Participate
- Sponsor: Support the event through sponsorship opportunities.
- Donate: Contribute to the cause and help make a difference.
- Run: Join us in the challenge and run the 5K.
- Cheer: Encourage friends and family participating in the race!
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