The Artful Dash 5K 2026

Run or walk through our outdoor art museum! 

Join us for the 9th edition of the Artful Dash 5K Run/Walk! The race begins at 10:00 a.m.! 

The Artful Dash is back for its 9th edition in 2026! We are excited to welcome you to this wonderful event along the trail that runners and walkers look forward to each October!

Run or walk to support the Karl Stirner Arts Trail and ensure its ongoing success. The Arts Trail fosters opportunities for the community to experience the interconnectedness of art with nature, history, and health & wellness in a natural urban environment. The race begins behind Don Juan's on North Third Street and heads onto Bushkill Drive for a quarter-mile before turning onto the Karl Stirner Arts Trail. Speed past sculptures and works of art or enjoy the sights while walking through the trail. The turnaround and water point are at the 13th Street parking lot. 

This chip-timed race is dog-friendly (prize for the first dog past the finish line!) and open to all ages. Runners under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Guaranteed long-sleeve T-shirt if you sign up by 11:59 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20. We do order extra shirts, but racers will be able to pick one up at the conclusion of the race on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Additional sign-ups will occur during packet pick-up on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Easton Farmer's Market at the East Entrance, and from 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11 (race day) at $40/person. We will accept cash, checks, or credit cards. 

Prize Categories: 

Overall 1, 2 & 3 for Men and Women & Non-Binary

Overall First Dog

First Man & Woman in each age group: 

17 and under

18-29

30-39

40-49

50-59

60-69

70+

More information will be provided as soon as it's confirmed. 

All proceeds of the event benefit the Karl Stirner Arts Trail. 

Our committee can always use an extra set of hands to help gather sponsors and organize volunteers. If you would like to get involved in the 2026 edition, please contact race chair Lynn Schoof at lmo5052@gmail.com. Thank you!