2025 Chester Kiwanis 5K

  • Date Sat 24th May 2025
  • Time 8:45AM EST
  • Location Chester, New York
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and athleticism at the 30th annual Chester Kiwanis 5K Race on Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Chester, Orange! This vibrant event, spanning 3.1 miles, not only brings together over 300 runners and walkers but also serves as a vital fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Chester. Participants will have the chance to connect with fellow community members, appreciate the beauty of our town, and enjoy a delicious hot breakfast after the race. This year is particularly special as the Chester Kiwanis celebrate their 50th Anniversary of dedicated service to the community, making this event a perfect blend of fun and philanthropy. Join us for a fantastic day of running, camaraderie, and support for a great cause!

Organiser's Description

We will be hosting the 30th annual Chester Kiwanis 5K Race on Saturday, May 24, 2025. This 3.1 mile race is a popular community event and an important fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Chester. This event draws in more than 300 runners and walkers to connect with each other, appreciate our town, enjoy a hot breakfast and most of all, support our mission of serving the children of the world.

The Chester Kiwanis are celebrating their 50th Anniversary of serving the Chester community.

Races

  • Chester Kiwanis 5K Race

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 24th May 2025 (8:45AM EDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS SOON
    Memorial Day Weekend Saturday May 24, 2025. Race Start Time 8:45 A.M. The Kiwanis Club is pleased to host the 30th edition of the Chester 5k race. We are celebrating our club's 59th Anniversary this year. This is a very competitive 3.1 mile race at the start of the summer running season. At the conclusion of the race we are offering the participants refreshments, a full hot breakfast, ice cream, and free raffle drawings. On race day registered runners and walkers will pick up their bib and Tee shirt in the Chester Community Park between 7:30 and 8:30. Race starts just outside the park on Walnut Street at 8:45. All proceeds benefit : High School Scholarships, Welcome to Kindergarten Bags, Christmas Toyland, Veterans , Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, Chester Community Food Pantry, Salvation Army, March of Dimes and other Regional Charities Race timing with individual on the spot printed results of your race by Mid-Hudson Timing midhudsontiming.com USATF Certified Course #NY13047JG Measured by Brian Cavanagh Runner Awards Trophies to the overall top 3 Male and Female finishers. Medals given to the top 3 Male and Female finishers in the following categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+up Walker Awards Trophy to the first place Male and Female * Registered walkers must only walk no run-walk * The community of walkers appreciate this Branden Scire local DJ will provide the Festive music. He's a Music Producer DJ Radio Host in Orange County, contact; Solacemuzic1 https://www.facebook.com/branden.scire.5 Sponsors on the Back of the T-Shirt Gold level sponsors ($1,500+) will be listed on the top tier, with Silver level sponsors ($1,000 - $1,499) and Bronze level sponsors ($500 - $999) appearing below. See Donate Tab for more details on supporting the event and giving to help the Chester Kiwanis in our mission https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/NY/Chester/ChesterKiwanis5K Event contact Ray Presky; Race Director Email [email protected]
  • Walkers Chester Kiwanis 5K Race

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 24th May 2025 (8:45AM EDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS SOON
    Register for this Event if you are Walking the Course Memorial Day Weekend Saturday May 27, 2025 Race Start Time 8:45 A.M. The Kiwanis Club is pleased to host the 30th edition of the Chester 5k race. We are celebrating our club's 59th Anniversary this year. This is a very competitive 3.1 mile race at the start of the summer running season. At the conclusion of the race we are offering the participants refreshments, a full hot breakfast, ice cream, and free raffle drawings. On race day registered runners and walkers will pick up their bib and Tee shirt in the Chester Community Park between 7:30 and 8:30. Race starts just outside the park on Walnut Street at 8:45. All proceeds benefit : High School Scholarships, Welcome to Kindergarten Bags, Christmas Toyland, Veterans , Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, Chester Community Food Pantry, Salvation Army, March of Dimes and other Regional Charities Race timing with individual on the spot printed results of your race by Mid-Hudson Timing midhudsontiming.com USATF Certified Course #NY13047JG Measured by Brian Cavanagh Walker Awards: Trophy to the first place Male & Female Do not run-walk, Walk 100% of the route.

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Location

Carpenter Community Park, 19 Vadala Rd, Chester, 10918, NY, United States

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