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Black Cat 5K, 10 & 20 Miler

Black Cat 5K, 10 & 20 Miler is a running race on April 4, 2027 in Salem, MA, with entry fees from $35 to $85.

Date
April 4, 2027 (150 days to go)
Price
$35–$85
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Join us for the Annual Black Cat 10 & 20 Miler and new 5K in 2027 happening in Salem, MA in preparation for the Boston Marathon in April! 

Participants will receive an epic custom finisher medal that will be a nice addition to anyone's medal collection.
The event attracts close to 600+ runners, including elites to beginners traveling from all over the Country.
We promise running through the historic streets of the Witch City & scenic Marblehead will make these miles fly by! 

Events

5K$35
10 Miler$75
20 Miler$85

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

50°

Typical Low

32°

Chance of Rain

34%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Marblehead, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:21 AMSunset 7:12 PMDaylight 12h 52m

About Salem, MA

Population

42,408

as of 2023

City Elevation

43 ft

Nearest Airport

BOS

Boston Logan International Airport · 16 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.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Black Cat 5K, 10 & 20 Miler, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

150

Days to train

Race
Black Cat 5K, 10 & 20 Miler
Date
April 4, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Black Cat 5K, 10 & 20 Miler?
Black Cat 5K, 10 & 20 Miler is a running race held in Salem, Massachusetts on April 4, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Black Cat 5K, 10 & 20 Miler?
Sunday, April 4, 2027 in Salem, Massachusetts at 90 Leavitt St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Black Cat 5K, 10 & 20 Miler?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Black Cat 5K, 10 & 20 Miler

Apr 4, 2027

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