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Blackout - Emmaus, PA

Emmaus, United States • 4 Oct 2025

Blackout in Emmaus, PA, is a rugged nighttime trail running event hosted by The Running Kind. The race features a challenging 10K course on South Mountain, covering over 1,000 feet of vertical gain through technical, mountainous terrain. Participants can choose the "Lights On" option, starting at dusk before darkness falls, or embrace the full nighttime experience.

The event emphasizes environmental responsibility as a zero carbon race, with a $1 registration fee dedicated to offsetting carbon emissions. It is self-supported with no aid stations on the course, but water and electrolytes are available at the start/finish. Proceeds benefit the Wildlands Conservancy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania Emmaus

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10 km
1000 m+
10k
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