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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
Eaton Fire House, Eaton NY
Distance
5K
Typical weather
43–58°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
33–51°F
dry
2024
34–51°F
dry
2023
45–53°F
dry
2022
42–57°F
rain
2021
45–53°F
dry
2020
35–52°F
dry
2019
42–45°F
rain
2018
34–48°F
rain
2017
34–55°F
dry
2016
59–67°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
A very competitive small town certified 5K.
Course Details
- Type: Mainly flat with a few rolling hills.
- Celebration: Celebrating 29 yrs. in 2026.
- Series: Part of the Rt.20 Road Challenge Series.
Beneficiaries
- Support: Proceeds to benefit the Eaton Fire Dept. and the Stephanie Baron Memorial Fund.
Registration Information
- Online Registration: Closes at midnight on 10/10/26.
- T-shirts: Available to pre-registered entrants only.
- On-site Registration: $25 on race day (12 and under - $10). Registration opens at 8 a.m.
Awards
- Trophies: To overall male and female winners.
- Ribbons: 3 deep in age groupings, male and female.
- Policy: No dogs allowed due to liability insurance rules.
Event Sanctioning
A USATF sanctioned event.
Course Records
- Male Record: Brian Reis - 16:15 (2020)
- Female Record: Celia Altero - 19:01 (2011)
More Information
For more details, please visit: Eaton 5K Run/Walk.
Course map
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