
From the Organizer
The New Cumberland Olde Towne Association and the Friends of the New Cumberland Public Library are sponsoring the inaugural 5K on the 4th race on July 4, 2026. The race will begin and end in New Cumberland's Borough Park.
This year, the Friends are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Benjamin House as the site of the New Cumberland Public Library. Our Library’s mission is to encourage lifelong learning by providing a vibrant gathering place where all are welcomed to read, grow, dream, discover, and connect.
Course Description: Mainly flat course around the park and on tree-lined streets of the area. Water stop half way. Post-race refreshments and awards provided. Timing by Black Cat Timing.
Awards: Top M/F finishers, top M\F finishers in age groups: under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, over 70
New Cut-Off!! Short sleeve T-shirts available for registrations received by JUNE 10!!
Registration and Packet Pick-up starting 7:15 am on race day at the #3 (large) pavilion
Race-day registration $35.
Events
Weather
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
87°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Harrisburg Cptl Cy Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
336 ft
Nearest Airport
MDT
Harrisburg International Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 73 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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New Cumberland Public Library 5K on the 4th
Jul 4, 2026