Kiwanis Club of Chester Annual 5K

Race Overview

• Date: Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
• Event: 31st annual Chester Kiwanis 5K Race
• Location: Carpenter Community Park, Chester, NY
• Distance: 3.1 miles

Community Engagement

• Popularity: A popular community event drawing hundreds of runners and walkers
• Support: An important fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Chester
• Celebration: Part of the celebration for the 51st Anniversary of serving the Chester community
• Mission: Support our mission of serving the children of the world

Race Fee and Perks

• Inclusions: Race fee includes a Stay-Dri T-Shirt, hot breakfast, and a raffle
• T-Shirts: Available on a first-come, first-serve basis on race day
• Early Registration: Those who registered early will have their T-Shirts set aside for pickup
• Pickup Policy: No T-Shirts will be held after race day, please arrange to pick them up

Breakfast and Refreshments

• Hot Breakfast: Cooked by the Chester Presbyterian Church at the concession stand
• Cost: Free to runners, with a $5 donation for others
• Snacks: Water, fruit, and other snacks available for all in the Pavilion
• Community Support: Thanks to the support from the running and business community

Raffle Details

• Pre-Selection: Raffle winners will be pre-selected to save time
• Prize Distribution: Prizes will be given out with the bib
• Age Requirement: Some prizes require winners to be over 18 years old
• Thank You: Thanks to our sponsors for providing numerous prizes to be announced

More Information

For further details, visit the race page: Chester Kiwanis 5K Race.