Race to the Stars 5k
Race to the Stars 5k is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Vestal, NY.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (6 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Kopernik’s Race to the Stars 5K road race is an annual fundraiser that started in 2018. Join us for this special 5K road race through the hills surrounding the Observatory. We invite all to participate by sponsoring, donating, running, and cheering your friends and family on!
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 9/12
High
74°
Low
56°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
13%
Wind
2 to 6 mph
Host City
About Vestal, NY
City Elevation
1,346 ft
Nearest Airport
BGM
Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field · 9 mi
Major Hub
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 71 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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6
Days to train
- Race
- Race to the Stars 5k
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Race to the Stars 5k
Sep 12, 2026