2026 Celtic Classic 5K 2026 — Bethlehem, PA

Date
September 26, 2026
Location
Bethlehem, PA
Venue
11 W. Church Street
Start Time
11:30 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $40.00
Events
2026 Celtic Classic 5K
Includes
T-Shirt Giveaway
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The Celtic Classic 5K starts at 11:30 AM, which gives you a reasonable morning window for travel to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. This 5K takes place on September 26, 2026, at 11 W. Church Street. Entry fees run between $20 and $40, making it an affordable option for a weekend race. If you're traveling to compete, plan your arrival to account for packet pickup and pre-race logistics at least 30 to 60 minutes before the start time. Bethlehem offers convenient access for runners based in the northeastern corridor, and the mid-morning start allows you to settle into your hotel the night before without an early wake-up call.

From the Race Organizer
A fun 5K run that kicks off the Tartan Parade - kilts and plaid are highly encouraged! (Heck, if you have some bagpipes, bring those too!) COMMUNITY BENEFIT: Proceeds go towards Morning Star Rotary's programs for local students. We offer scholarships to college, sponsor STEM and leadership camps for middle and high schoolers, organize international exchanges between families, and offer a speech contest with monetary prizes. Be a part of this unique experience featuring chip timing, then spend the rest of the day enjoying the Celtic Classic and Historic Downtown Bethlehem. WHEN : Saturday, Sept 26th, 2026 10:00 am Registration / Race Packet Pickup at Bethlehem Area Public Library 11:15 am Participants move to Start Line (New St / Church St by the Bethlehem Area Public Library) 11:25 am Race Start / First event of parade 12:30 pm Awards Ceremony near finish line on Sand Island ROUTE : 5K route begins at Bethlehem Area Public Library, goes north on N New St, turns onto left onto W Broad. Then we go south on Main St. down to the D&L Trail where we go west for a mile, then turn around and end at Sand Island in Bethlehem, PA. AMENITIES : T-shirts to at least the first 150 entrants Age-group and overall awards Refreshments both before and after race Post race fun in Bethlehem – Celtic Classic or Historic Bethlehem Restrooms/porta-potties available near start / finish line for all participants

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 Celtic Classic 5K 2026 — Bethlehem, PA?

2026 Celtic Classic 5K 2026 — Bethlehem, PA takes place on September 26, 2026. The race is held in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Where is 2026 Celtic Classic 5K 2026 — Bethlehem, PA held?

2026 Celtic Classic 5K 2026 — Bethlehem, PA is held at 11 W. Church Street in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

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