From the Organizer
Herd the Curd - The cheesiest 5K & 10K
Cheese curds and chocolate milk at the finish line!
Herd The Curd, the cheesiest 5K and 10K in PA, is held annually on Labor Day weekend at Highland Farm.
All runners and walkers receive cheese curds and chocolate milk at the finish line.
Save the date and join us for the 14th Annual Herd the Curd 5K/10K on Saturday, September 5th, 2026.
The Herd the Curd race benefits the Michael J. Bryant Memorial Fund, and since the race’s inception in 2013, Herd the Curd sponsors and runners have raised $204,000 for the fund.
Learn more on the Herd the Curd 5K Facebook page.
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
76°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hawley 1 E, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Honesdale, PA
Population
4,465
as of 2023
Elevation
1,195 ft
Nearest Airport
AVP
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 83 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Herd the Curd?
- Herd the Curd is a running race held in Honesdale, Pennsylvania on September 5, 2026. 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 Herd the Curd?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Honesdale, Pennsylvania at Calkins Creamery, Honesdale, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Herd the Curd?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Herd the Curd
Sep 5, 2026