BK5K Scranton, PA
BK5K Scranton, PA is a running race on August 8, 2026 in Scranton, PA, with entry fees from $5 to $25.
- Date
- August 8, 2026 (9 days to go)
- Location
- 500 Arthur Ave, Scranton, PA
- Price
- $5–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Date: Saturday August 8, 2026
Race location: Nay Aug Park - 500 Arthur Ave Scranton PA 18510
$200/$100/$50 CASH Prize along with Custom Trophy, Goodr Glasses and Race Socks to Top 3 Male/Female Finishers
Age Group Awards for 5K Participants : Custom Medal and Race Socks
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wilkes-Barre Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Scranton, PA
Population
76,074
as of 2023
City Elevation
795 ft
Nearest Airport
AVP
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 92 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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BK5K Scranton, PA
Aug 8, 2026