2026 Celtic Classic 5K
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
Run or walk in a festive 5K that kicks off the Tartan Parade, celebrates Celtic culture, and supports local student programs.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseGreat for
- Beginner Friendly
From the organizer
A truly fun run that kicks off the Tartan Parade - Kilts and plaid are highly encouraged!
This is the 34th Celtic Classic 5K Run/Walk, produced by Bethlehem Morning Star Rotary. All proceeds go towards Morning Star's educational and leadership programs for local students.
Be a part of this first class event featuring chip timing. Run or walk and spend the rest of the day enjoying the Celtic Classic and Historic Downtown Bethlehem.
EVENT: 5K (3.1 Mile) Run / Walk
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 26th 2025 10:00am Registration / Race Packet Pickup at Bethlehem Area Public Library 11:00am Participants move to Start Line by Bethlehem Area Public Library 11:30am Race Start on Parade Route 12:30pm Awards Ceremony
5K begins at Bethlehem Area Public Library and ends at Sand Island in Bethlehem, PA
AMENITIES:
• T-shirts to at least the first 150 entrants • Refreshments both before and after race • Post race fun in Bethlehem – Celtic Classic or Historic Bethlehem • Restrooms/porta-potties available near start / finish line for all participants
