The Carpe Diem 5K Hosted by Showcase Track and Field
- Date
- July 8, 2026
- Location
- 3580 W 38th St, Erie, PA
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $25
From the Organizer
Get ready to race under the lights at the Showcase Night 5K—a fast, flat race held entirely on the track at Gus Anderson Field at McDowell High School in Erie, PA. Starting at approximately 9:00 PM, this unique event gives runners the chance to chase personal bests in a controlled, high-energy atmosphere built for speed.
With every step on the track, you’ll know exactly where you stand—no hills, no turns through neighborhoods—just pure racing. Whether you're going for a PR, competing head-to-head, or testing your limits, this is your opportunity to run fast.
Divisions will be set based on entries to ensure competitive and evenly matched races for all participants.
Lace up, step onto the track, and experience the 5K like never before—under the lights, on the oval, and built for speed.
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
81°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Erie Intl Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Erie, PA
Population
94,156
as of 2023
City Elevation
656 ft
Nearest Airport
ERI
Erie International Tom Ridge Field · 6 mi
Major Hub
BUF
Buffalo Niagara International Airport · 88 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Carpe Diem 5K Hosted by Showcase Track and Field, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
21
Days to train
- Race
- The Carpe Diem 5K Hosted by Showcase Track and Field
- Date
- July 8, 2026
- Location
- 3580 W 38th St, Erie, PA
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Carpe Diem 5K Hosted by Showcase Track and Field?
- The Carpe Diem 5K Hosted by Showcase Track and Field is a running race held in Erie, Pennsylvania on July 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 Carpe Diem 5K Hosted by Showcase Track and Field?
- Wednesday, July 8, 2026 in Erie, Pennsylvania at 3580 W 38th St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Carpe Diem 5K Hosted by Showcase Track and Field?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Carpe Diem 5K Hosted by Showcase Track and Field
Jul 8, 2026