Nemesis 5k Color Run

Nemesis 5k Color Run is a running race on August 8, 2026 in Reading, PA.

Date: August 8, 2026 (16 days to go)
Location: 600 Penn st, Reading, PA
Sport: Running

From the Organizer

A 5k color run through downtown Reading,Pa bringing the community together through fitness and fun. Color stations at every 200 meter marker. Music throughout the race course and festivities pre & post race. Please arrive between 1 & 3pm for packet pick up. The run will start promptly at 3:15pm. After the run please stay and enjoy the food vendors, entertainment and block party.

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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

85°

Typical Low

65°

Chance of Rain

37%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Reading Spaatz Fld, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:08 AMSunset 8:10 PMDaylight 14h 2m

Host City

About Reading, PA

Population

94,836

as of 2023

City Elevation

224 ft

Nearest Airport

LNS

Lancaster Airport · 24 mi

Major Hub

PHL

Philadelphia International Airport · 50 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

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Days to train

Race: Nemesis 5k Color Run
Date: August 8, 2026
Location: 600 Penn st, Reading, PA

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About This Sport

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Coming Up

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Reading than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Nemesis 5k Color Run?+

Nemesis 5k Color Run is a running race held in Reading, Pennsylvania on August 8, 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 Nemesis 5k Color Run?+

Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Reading, Pennsylvania at 600 Penn st. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.

How do I register for the Nemesis 5k Color Run?+

Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.