Chico Air Museum Run the Runway! 5k and One Mile Run/Walk
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Past event
9:00 AM PDT
Chico, California
$32.80 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Chico Air Museum Run the Runway! This exciting event takes place on Saturday, April 5th, 2025, at the beautiful Chico Regional Airport in Butte, California. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun walk, you can choose between a thrilling 5K race or a timed one-mile run/walk along the runway. Experience the unique opportunity to race on an actual aircraft runway, surrounded by the rich aviation history showcased at the Chico Air Museum.
Participants can enjoy the scenic course, with the first mile of the 5K taking place on the runway itself! Everyone is welcome—from runners and joggers to walkers—and overall and age group medals will be awarded to celebrate your achievements. After crossing the finish line, take the time to explore the Chico Air Museum, which features a variety of aircraft and exhibits, all while enjoying free admission. Don’t miss out on this chance to support the museum and enjoy a fantastic day of fitness and community spirit!
Participants can enjoy the scenic course, with the first mile of the 5K taking place on the runway itself! Everyone is welcome—from runners and joggers to walkers—and overall and age group medals will be awarded to celebrate your achievements. After crossing the finish line, take the time to explore the Chico Air Museum, which features a variety of aircraft and exhibits, all while enjoying free admission. Don’t miss out on this chance to support the museum and enjoy a fantastic day of fitness and community spirit!
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Races
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2025 Run the Runway 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
5K and One mile races
Entries closed9:00 AM PDT
$32.80
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2025 Run the Runway 1 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM PDT
$32.80
Organiser's description
Do you have the need? The need for speed? If you do, then this timed 1 mile run on the runway at the Chico Regional Airport is the event for you. Or, if you want a longer race, choose the 5K option with the first mile on the runway.
The Chico Air Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit aviation and space museum located at the Chico Regional Airport. The museum is open to the public Thursdays-Sundays, and charges no admission. Numerous aircraft and exhibits are on display, both indoors and outdoors. Volunteer docents are available to provide tours and explain the rich aviation history of Chico and Northern California.
RUN THE RUNWAY! is a timed mile and 5K for runners, joggers, and walkers which takes place on Runway 31R at the Chico Regional Airport. This is a rare and unique opportunity to run on an actual aircraft runway. Overall and age group medals will be awarded. The race ends at the Chico Air Museum which will be open to visitors following the race. Admission is free.
Please come out and enjoy this special event. Thank you for supporting the Chico Air Museum.
Those who register after March 20th are not guaranteed a shirt.
The Chico Air Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit aviation and space museum located at the Chico Regional Airport. The museum is open to the public Thursdays-Sundays, and charges no admission. Numerous aircraft and exhibits are on display, both indoors and outdoors. Volunteer docents are available to provide tours and explain the rich aviation history of Chico and Northern California.
RUN THE RUNWAY! is a timed mile and 5K for runners, joggers, and walkers which takes place on Runway 31R at the Chico Regional Airport. This is a rare and unique opportunity to run on an actual aircraft runway. Overall and age group medals will be awarded. The race ends at the Chico Air Museum which will be open to visitors following the race. Admission is free.
Please come out and enjoy this special event. Thank you for supporting the Chico Air Museum.
Those who register after March 20th are not guaranteed a shirt.
Location
165 Ryan Avenue, Chico, 95973, CA, United States
Chico Air Museum Run the Runway! 5k and One Mile Run/Walk
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