Fifth Street Cross Summer Camp

JUL-AUG
31-1
2026
The Fifth Street Cross Summer Camp is a full weekend of running, cycling, and camping in Kempton, PA. Join the 5k, cyclocross race, gravel rides, and the unique Sundown Rundown challenge. Camp under the stars with food, music, and community fireside gatherings.
31-1 Jul-Aug 2026
5k Run

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Event Overview

The Fifth Street Cross Summer Camp is a two-day weekend event on July 31 and August 1, 2026, at the Kempton Community Center in Kempton, Pennsylvania. It is the event's second edition. The weekend features multiple athletic activities and on-site camping.

Activities and Events

The scheduled activities include:

  • A 5k run on Friday evening.
  • A Cyclocross Race on Friday evening.
  • Three unsupported gravel rides on Saturday morning: a Backcountry Loop (100 miles), a Highlands loop (100 k), and a Lakeside loop (31 k or 22 miles).
  • The Sundown Rundown on Saturday afternoon, described as a last-run-standing challenge.

Participants can register for individual events or purchase a "Summer Camp: Full experience" pass for access to all weekend activities.

Venue and Amenities

The event is held at 83 Community Center Drive in Kempton. On-site camping is available for both Friday and Saturday nights, with free tent sites and RV hook-ups for a fee. Indoor restrooms are available. Food and beverages are provided on Friday and Saturday, with family guest passes available for purchase. The schedule includes community gatherings with s'mores by a campfire.

Course Details

The off-road course for the 5k, cyclocross race, and Sundown Rundown features over 80 feet of climbing per lap through woods and fields. The gravel routes traverse remote backroads and unpaved surfaces, with significant elevation gain for the longer distances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run