

Fifth Street Cross - Black Friday 100
Fifth Street Cross Black Friday 100: bring a six-pack, run a flat loop.
Race Date
Nov 27, 2026
Location
Emmaus, PA
Quick facts
- Date
- Friday, November 27, 2026
- Location
- Emmaus, Pennsylvania
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 26 Miles, 50K, 60K, 100K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Fifth Street Cross Black Friday 100 is anything but your typical half marathon. Held on a flat, short loop course in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, this quirky event invites runners and riders to take on ridiculous distances starting any time on Black Friday morning. The half marathon option (21.1 km) offers a fast, no-frills challenge—no timing chips, no crowds, just you and the loop.
The course is a flat loop (zero elevation gain) on the FSX cross course, likely on grass or dirt. With no hills and a short repetitive circuit, it's perfect for those seeking a unique mental challenge. About 100 participants showed up in 2023 and 2024, making for an intimate, low-key atmosphere. The weather is typically cold (32-45°F) and windy, so dress warmly.
The finish brings its own reward: a six-pack of beer (or the like) is required as entry, and if you don't bring one, you'll pay $20 toward the prize pot. The event started in 2021 and has become a beloved local tradition for those who love a good punishment. Expect no frills, no expo, and a finish that ends at 4:20pm sharp. It's a hidden gem for runners who want something different.
Race-provided description
Before you sign up, read this: NO USAC MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED FOR BIKING / NO REFUNDS ** USATF Permit 165809 for insurance purposes ** You must bring a 6-pack (beer or the like) or pay an additional $20 when you show up. You can start at any time of day, but everyone's time to participate will end at 4:20pm. The Black Friday 100 On Black Friday, November 27th, we will repeat the best-worst idea of running and/or riding 100 miles or some combination thereof on the Fifth Street Cross course. Jake Looney and Finn Harrington came up with this amazing idea in 2021, and we just keep punishing ourselves each year. In fact, nearly 100 of you came out in 2023 and 2024, so I guess you all love it! In addition to cycling, our running community can choose from 10k, 13mi, 26mi, and 50k options! For you super crazies, jump in on the halvsies and combo your effort with a run and ride effort. No one has ever run 50 miles AND ridden 50 miles. Will it be you this year? IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a 6-pack event, so don't forget to bring a 6-pack along with your entry fee if you haven't signed up already. Alternatively, if you are not bringing a 6-pack, you can bring an additional $20 for the prize pot.
SCORING The winner of distance events is the first person to reach the goal in their category in the shortest amount of elapsed time. That means we don't care about your ride time; we care about how much time has passed since you started the clock. Example: Rider A starts at midnight and finishes 100 miles at 2pm for a total elapsed time of 14 hours. Rider B starts at 7am and finishes at 4pm for 9 hours. Rider B wins because their elapsed time is less than Rider A, even though Rider A finished earlier in the day. The winner of the timed events is the person who rides/runs the farthest distance in their category based on elapsed time.
Logistics
Race Day
Friday, November 27, 2026
Start Time
12:00 AM
Start Location
165 Klines Way, Emmaus, PA, 18049
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
5 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 45°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
32°
Afternoon (High)
45°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Fifth Street Cross - Black Friday 100?
The Fifth Street Cross - Black Friday 100 is held on Friday, November 27, 2026, starting at 12:00 AM.
Where does the Fifth Street Cross - Black Friday 100 take place?
It takes place in Emmaus, Pennsylvania.
What distances does the Fifth Street Cross - Black Friday 100 offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 26 Miles, 50K, 60K, 100K.
Is the Fifth Street Cross - Black Friday 100 course flat and good for a PR?
The Fifth Street Cross - Black Friday 100 is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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