Fifth Street Cross Summer Camp
- Date Fri 31st July 2026 - Sun 2nd August 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Kempton, Pennsylvania
- Price $27.50 - $137.74
- Races 12 races
- Distances 5km, Ultra, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for an unforgettable weekend at the Fifth Street Cross Summer Camp, taking place from Friday, July 31 to Sunday, August 2, 2026, at the Kempton Community Center in Berks. This exhilarating event promises three days packed with cycling, running, camping, and vibrant community spirit—all in one convenient location, eliminating the need for hotels or complicated logistics.
Kick off the festivities on Friday night with an exciting cyclocross race and a 5K trail run, perfect for both competitive athletes and casual participants. Enjoy two thrilling cyclocross races with four laps in one direction and three in the opposite, or tackle the scenic 5K course that winds through grass and dirt. After the races, gather for a special screening of the film "Fifth is First" by Holly Fasching, all while enjoying onsite camping under the stars.
On Saturday, gear up for a day filled with adventure featuring multiple gravel ride options, a 10K run race, and the unique Sundown Rundown challenge that rewards strategy and grit. With live music, delicious food, and more camping, this day is all about relaxation and fun. Finally, on Sunday, take part in a leisurely group road run or enjoy a scenic 21
Kick off the festivities on Friday night with an exciting cyclocross race and a 5K trail run, perfect for both competitive athletes and casual participants. Enjoy two thrilling cyclocross races with four laps in one direction and three in the opposite, or tackle the scenic 5K course that winds through grass and dirt. After the races, gather for a special screening of the film "Fifth is First" by Holly Fasching, all while enjoying onsite camping under the stars.
On Saturday, gear up for a day filled with adventure featuring multiple gravel ride options, a 10K run race, and the unique Sundown Rundown challenge that rewards strategy and grit. With live music, delicious food, and more camping, this day is all about relaxation and fun. Finally, on Sunday, take part in a leisurely group road run or enjoy a scenic 21
Organiser's Description
Fifth Street Cross Summer Camp
Three Days. One Venue. All In.
Join us at Kempton Community Center for the second edition of Fifth Street Cross Summer Camp. A full weekend of riding, running, camping, food, music, and community.
No hotels. No driving between venues. Everything happens in one place. Race. Eat. Camp. Hang out. Repeat.
Friday Night
CYCLOCROSS + 5K + MOVIE + CAMPING
Kick off the weekend with a pop-up cross race and a 5K on grass and dirt. Competitive if you want it to be. Welcoming if you dont.
* 2x Cyclocross races. 4 laps in one direction, 3 laps in the opposite direction.
* 5k trail run on the cyclocross course. 2 laps make about 5k!
* Post-race screening of "Fifth is First" film by Holly Fasching.
* Onsite camping included (Van hook-ups are $45/night)
Arrive. Race. Stay the night.
Saturday
GRAVEL RIDES + 10K RUN RACE + 5K RUN RACE + SUNDOWN RUNDOWN + LIVE MUSIC + FOOD + CAMPING
Choose your gravel adventure with multiple distance options. In the evening, take on the Sundown Rundown, our signature last-runner-standing challenge that rewards strategy as much as grit.
* Gravel route options (multiple distances, each with its own character)
* 2-lap 5k run race on the cyclocross course
* 4-lap 10k run race on the cyclocross course
* Multi-lap run race, Sundown Rundown.
* Live music by Starting Tomorrow
* Camping included
Spend the entire day outside. No rushing. No logistics stress.
SUNDAY
GRAVEL RIDES + GROUP ROAD RUN
The final chill for the weekend.
* 21-mile loop or 100k loop for riding
* 10k road run at a chill pace with friends.
Full Weekend
Friday + Saturday + Sunday. Two nights of camping.
This is the best value and the full Summer Camp experience.
What Makes This Different
* Family-friendly atmosphere
* All abilities welcome
* One central venue
* No hotel required
* Real community, not just a start line
Set up camp. Move your body. Stay a while.
MORE DETAILS AT fifthstreetcross.com [https://fifthstreetcross.com/fsx-summer-camp/]
Three Days. One Venue. All In.
Join us at Kempton Community Center for the second edition of Fifth Street Cross Summer Camp. A full weekend of riding, running, camping, food, music, and community.
No hotels. No driving between venues. Everything happens in one place. Race. Eat. Camp. Hang out. Repeat.
Friday Night
CYCLOCROSS + 5K + MOVIE + CAMPING
Kick off the weekend with a pop-up cross race and a 5K on grass and dirt. Competitive if you want it to be. Welcoming if you dont.
* 2x Cyclocross races. 4 laps in one direction, 3 laps in the opposite direction.
* 5k trail run on the cyclocross course. 2 laps make about 5k!
* Post-race screening of "Fifth is First" film by Holly Fasching.
* Onsite camping included (Van hook-ups are $45/night)
Arrive. Race. Stay the night.
Saturday
GRAVEL RIDES + 10K RUN RACE + 5K RUN RACE + SUNDOWN RUNDOWN + LIVE MUSIC + FOOD + CAMPING
Choose your gravel adventure with multiple distance options. In the evening, take on the Sundown Rundown, our signature last-runner-standing challenge that rewards strategy as much as grit.
* Gravel route options (multiple distances, each with its own character)
* 2-lap 5k run race on the cyclocross course
* 4-lap 10k run race on the cyclocross course
* Multi-lap run race, Sundown Rundown.
* Live music by Starting Tomorrow
* Camping included
Spend the entire day outside. No rushing. No logistics stress.
SUNDAY
GRAVEL RIDES + GROUP ROAD RUN
The final chill for the weekend.
* 21-mile loop or 100k loop for riding
* 10k road run at a chill pace with friends.
Full Weekend
Friday + Saturday + Sunday. Two nights of camping.
This is the best value and the full Summer Camp experience.
What Makes This Different
* Family-friendly atmosphere
* All abilities welcome
* One central venue
* No hotel required
* Real community, not just a start line
Set up camp. Move your body. Stay a while.
MORE DETAILS AT fifthstreetcross.com [https://fifthstreetcross.com/fsx-summer-camp/]
Races
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Friday Pass
Incl. $4.54 Fee
Fri 31st July 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$63.54
Cyclocross + 5K + Relay + Camping Kick off Fifth Street Cross Summer Camp the right way. Friday includes: 2x Cyclocross races. One 4-lap race. One 3-lap race. person biking 5K run race on the cyclocross course. person running 4-lap relay race We don't think it'll be too chaotic, but it might be zany face Post-race screening of "Fifth is First" by Holly Fasching movie camera Onsite camping tent One venue. No rush. Bring the family, bring a friend, stay the night. -
Saturday Pass
Incl. $6.94 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$105.94
Big and Small Gravel Rides + 5K, 10k Runs + Music + Camping This is the big day. Leave from Kempton Community Center and head out for some amazing rides over and along the Blue Mountain Ridge. While Kempton is always the turnaround point for Lehigh Valley riding, except today, when we start from here and adventure to parts unknown. Meanwhile, at the Kempton Community Center, we have 5k and 10k run races on the cyclocross course. Then, as the sun starts to set, we host Sundown Rundown, our elimination-style backyard run race. Run farther than you thought, faster than you thought possible. While the final runners clash out on the course, the party at the pavilion officially starts at 6 PM with live music from Starting Tomorrow and a hot dinner. Grab a plate, grab a beer, and cheer the survivors into the sunset. Saturday includes: Epic gravel bike rides from 100-miles and 50-miles. person biking 5K & 10k run races on the cyclocross course. person running Sundown Rundown Elimination-style run race person running Starting Tomorrow live band microphone Onsite camping tent One venue. No rush. Bring the family, bring a friend, stay the night. -
Sunday Pass
Incl. $3.94 Fee
Sun 2nd August 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$52.94
Choose from two gravel rides and the group road run. The Gravel rides are 29 miles or 64 miles (about 100km). The group run is 10km. -
Full Weekend Pass
Incl. $8.74 Fee
Fri 31st July 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$137.74
You can have it all! Everything for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday is all wrapped into one bundle. -
Friday 5k Grass & Dirt Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Fri 31st July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$27.50
Our classic 2-lap 5k format from Fifth Street Cross Series happens here on a Friday night in Kempton. -
Friday Cyclocross
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Fri 31st July 2026 (8:00PM EDT)
$27.50
The classic two-race format for Fifth Street Cross Series on a Friday night in Kempton. 4 laps for race 1 and 3 laps in the opposite direction for race 2. -
Saturday Morning Gravel Ridge Ride
Incl. $5.14 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$74.14
Choose from two distances, but choose on Saturday morning. Feeling 100-miles? Great. Not feeling that, but want to ride 50-miles? Also a great choice. It's up to you! All riders leave the venue at 8am. You will have a motorcycle escort riding at 18mph at the front of the group. It will regroup at the top of the climbs. -
Saturday Morning 5k Grass & Dirt Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
Our classic 2-lap 5k format from Fifth Street Cross Series happens here on a Saturday morning in Kempton. -
Saturday Morning 10k Grass & Dirt Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$48.70
Our classic 4-lap 10k format from Fifth Street Cross Series happens here on a Saturday morning in Kempton. -
Saturday Sundown Rundown
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (3:00PM EDT)
$48.70
The marathon for everyone. It's a backyard but also an elimination. Lap times are set up so that you can run farther in a race than you ever thought possible. Challenge yourself to the best run format and see why it's a cult classic. -
Sunday Gravel Ridge Hangover Ride
Incl. $5.14 Fee
Sun 2nd August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$74.14
OMG you made it to Sunday?! Wow. Ok, well, can't keep a good dog down, I guess? Go one more. -
Sunday 10k Hangover Road Run
Incl. $3.04 Fee
Sun 2nd August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$37.04
We're not going to call this a race unless you want to. You need to shake out those Saturday legs, whether you rode or ran. Either way, we're here for you to give you a beautiful view on a Sunday 10k on the road.
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