When
Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Where
C F J Blvd, Johnson City NY
Distances
5K
Typical weather
63–82°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
72–86°F
dry
2024
62–76°F
dry
2023
59–81°F
rain
2022
63–84°F
rain
2021
66–83°F
rain
2020
65–84°F
dry
2019
54–77°F
dry
2018
68–76°F
rain
2017
60–67°F
dry
2016
71–91°F
dry
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About this race
Everyone has a memory of their first merry-go-round. The music, sounds, lights, and colors are something that sticks with you for your entire life. But these amazing machines that bring so many people amusement and joy require a lot of maintenance and care so that future generations can enjoy them just as we have!
The Greater Binghamton Area is home to six carousels, earning us the title of the Carousel Capital of the World. The Carousel at CFJ Park is the largest and most ornate of them all. The CFJ Carousel 5K and Kids Fun Run is not only a celebration of this beautiful carousel but also of the community and those who keep these childhood dreams alive.
Come one, come all, and join us for this fun, festive 5K supporting the CFJ Carousel and the Johnson City Rotary Carousel Day! A portion of proceeds go directly back to the Johnson City Rotary to support their efforts in keeping our Johnson City beautiful.
WHAT YOU GET
-Unique, custom t-shirt
-Custom Finisher medal of CFJ Carousel
-Post race festival with dozens of vendors and entertainment courtesy of the Johnson City Rotary
-Gift Cards for ALL Overall and Age Group Winners courtesy of Confluence Running
-Memories that last a lifetime!
-Custom Finisher medal of CFJ Carousel
-Post race festival with dozens of vendors and entertainment courtesy of the Johnson City Rotary
-Gift Cards for ALL Overall and Age Group Winners courtesy of Confluence Running
-Memories that last a lifetime!
FUN, FOOD, &: CAROUSELS!
Be sure to stick around after the race to take part in all of the food, fun, music, and excitement in the park for the Johnson City Rotary Carousel Day!
Entertainment, craft vendors, and food for the whole family.
GIFT CARD PRIZES
Overall &: Masters Male +: Female:
1st-$25
2nd-$20
3rd-$15
Age Group Male &: Female:
1st-$15
2nd-$10
3rd-$5
PACKET PICK UP &: DAY OF REGISTRATION
-5k and kids fun run at Confluence Running Friday, July 24 from 10 - 7
-5k and kids fun run at CFJ Park Saturday, July 25 from 8:30 - 9:45 am
- kids fun run packet pick up from 11-11:30 July 25
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