
The Frosty 5: 5k Run / Walk is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Middletown, PA, with an entry fee of $23.
From the Organizer
6th Annual Frosty 5K
This road course race will start and finish in beautiful Hoffer Park and participants will traverse the East side of Middletown Borough, Dauphin County's oldest community. Proceeds benefit the Middletown Area Historical Society's mission to COLLECT, PRESERVE & TEACH about the great history of Middletown, PA Dauphin County and the surrounding area. Post race snacks are provided as well as Hot Soup from the famous Alfred's Victorian Restaurant.
Cash prizes are awarded to the the top 3 Male, Female and Youth under 15. Also age group winner medals will be given to both male and female group winners. Age groups are 8 and under, 9-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69? 70+.
Economy Registration: $23 NO Goodie bag
Regular Registration: $28 Participants will receive a custom race shirt
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
46°
Typical Low
31°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Middletown Harrisburg Intl Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
9,567
as of 2023
City Elevation
360 ft
Nearest Airport
MDT
Harrisburg International Airport · 2 mi
Major Hub
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 71 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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The Frosty 5: 5k Run / Walk
Dec 5, 2026