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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Northampton Community College, Bethlehem PA
5K
55–73°F · some rain risk
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2025
61–78°F
dry
2024
61–75°F
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2023
54–60°F
rain
2022
52–71°F
dry
2021
54–69°F
dry
2020
55–73°F
rain
2019
56–78°F
dry
2018
68–80°F
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2017
66–88°F
dry
2016
47–71°F
dry
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About this race
🏃♂️ THE 12TH ANNUAL SPARTAN SPRINT 5K RUN/WALK & FAMILY DAY!
The course starts and finishes on NCC’s Bethlehem campus. Point to point course is mostly flat and fast, on paved roads between Northampton Community College and through a local neighborhood.
- Refreshments: Post-race raffle, refreshments & family day activities (see below).
- Strollers & Pets: Strollers and pets are welcome behind the runners. Pets must be leashed.
- Race Type: This race is not related to Spartan-style obstacle races.
- Walkers: This event is also a walk. Walkers will begin behind the runners and will not be timed.
🏆 Awards
Awards for overall male and overall female: awards to top male and female finisher in each age bracket (No duplication of awards).
- Age Brackets: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
- Note: Please note: this race is not related to Spartan style obstacle course races.
🎉 FAMILY DAY
We are once again teaming up with NCC's Student Life as they host FAMILY DAY from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Come for the 5K and stay for FAMILY DAY! There will be something for everyone: food, music, activities for the whole family.
- Details: All details about FAMILY DAY can be found here:
- Link: Family Day Information
📅 Event Information
Date: 2026-09-26
Location: Northampton Community College, Bethlehem, PA
For registration and more information, visit: Race Registration.
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