Owego Strawberry Festival - Rock & Run 5K 2026
- Date Thu 18th June 2026
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location Owego, New York
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Owego Strawberry Festival - Rock & Run 5K happening on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the scenic Hickories Park in Owego, Tioga! This exciting event marks the 44th celebration of the beloved Strawberry Festival and promises a memorable evening filled with fun and festivities. The 5K run/walk kicks off at 6:00 PM, but make sure to arrive early for bib pick-up starting at 4:30 PM and for the Kid's Fun Run at 5:15 PM, designed for children 12 and under. Every participant of the 5K will receive a fantastic 2026 Strawberry Festival medal, while the young runners will also take home a medal and a numbered bib.
As the sun sets, the celebration continues with lively music, delicious food trucks, and vendors offering delightful treats, including ice cream from Ice Cream Works and tasty popcorn from Pitstop Popcorn. The festivities will carry on until 9:00 PM, ensuring a night filled with laughter, community spirit, and unforgettable memories. Don't miss out on this vibrant event that combines fitness with the joy of summer festivities. Join us in Owego for a fantastic evening at
As the sun sets, the celebration continues with lively music, delicious food trucks, and vendors offering delightful treats, including ice cream from Ice Cream Works and tasty popcorn from Pitstop Popcorn. The festivities will carry on until 9:00 PM, ensuring a night filled with laughter, community spirit, and unforgettable memories. Don't miss out on this vibrant event that combines fitness with the joy of summer festivities. Join us in Owego for a fantastic evening at
Organiser's Description
CELEBRATE THE 44TH OWEGO STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL WITH A 5K RUN/WALK!
THE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL ROCK AND RUN 5K is Thursday night, June 18, 2026 at the Hickories Park in Owego.
4:30 - BIB PICK UP OPENS, KID'S RUN REGISTRATION-LOCATION AT THE BANDSTAND AREA.
5:15 - KID'S FUN RUN - ALL KID, 12 AND UNDER, MUST REGISTER WITH A PARENT.
6:00 - 5K RACE STARTS. COOL 2025 STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL RACE MEDAL FOR EVERY 5K PARTICIPANT.
ALL 5K PARTICIPANTS THAT SIGN UP WILL RECEIVE THE ANNUAL 2026 STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL RUN MEDAL!
KID'S FUN RUN RACE STARTS AT 5:15 - Ages 12 and under. Runners must register and have a parent sign for them to enter the race, so come early. Fun Run racers will receive a numbered bib and a medal!
Day of the race: Coming into the Hickories Park, please remember to DRIVE SLOWLY!
There will be a lot of people parking and gathering around the band stand area. Kids may be running their Fun Run. There will be orange cones and volunteers to highlight the race, and help with safety. Please DRIVE SLOWLY entering the park.
TEE SHIRTS are available at a discount for runners/walkers that register on Run Sign Up!
Tee shirts will also be available for sale at the 5K race at event pricing.
MUSIC AND FESTIVITIES START AT 5:00.
Following the 5K Race, join us for more free music and fun at the Hickories bandstand. Live music, vendors and ice cream and food trucks until 9:00!
ICE CREAM WORKS will be bringing their ice cream truck! Yum!
PITSTOP POPCORN will be there! Great popcorn treats!
"BEEF ON WECK" Food Truck
Then MORE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL events that will happen in the Village of Owego near the Courthouse:
Friday night, June 19 - starting at 5:00 pm, music, vendors, food and fireworks in the Village.
Saturday, June 20 - in the Village, the Strawberry Festival Parade starts at 9:30, vendors, food, entertainment all day!
THE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL ROCK AND RUN 5K is Thursday night, June 18, 2026 at the Hickories Park in Owego.
4:30 - BIB PICK UP OPENS, KID'S RUN REGISTRATION-LOCATION AT THE BANDSTAND AREA.
5:15 - KID'S FUN RUN - ALL KID, 12 AND UNDER, MUST REGISTER WITH A PARENT.
6:00 - 5K RACE STARTS. COOL 2025 STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL RACE MEDAL FOR EVERY 5K PARTICIPANT.
ALL 5K PARTICIPANTS THAT SIGN UP WILL RECEIVE THE ANNUAL 2026 STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL RUN MEDAL!
KID'S FUN RUN RACE STARTS AT 5:15 - Ages 12 and under. Runners must register and have a parent sign for them to enter the race, so come early. Fun Run racers will receive a numbered bib and a medal!
Day of the race: Coming into the Hickories Park, please remember to DRIVE SLOWLY!
There will be a lot of people parking and gathering around the band stand area. Kids may be running their Fun Run. There will be orange cones and volunteers to highlight the race, and help with safety. Please DRIVE SLOWLY entering the park.
TEE SHIRTS are available at a discount for runners/walkers that register on Run Sign Up!
Tee shirts will also be available for sale at the 5K race at event pricing.
MUSIC AND FESTIVITIES START AT 5:00.
Following the 5K Race, join us for more free music and fun at the Hickories bandstand. Live music, vendors and ice cream and food trucks until 9:00!
ICE CREAM WORKS will be bringing their ice cream truck! Yum!
PITSTOP POPCORN will be there! Great popcorn treats!
"BEEF ON WECK" Food Truck
Then MORE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL events that will happen in the Village of Owego near the Courthouse:
Friday night, June 19 - starting at 5:00 pm, music, vendors, food and fireworks in the Village.
Saturday, June 20 - in the Village, the Strawberry Festival Parade starts at 9:30, vendors, food, entertainment all day!
Races
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Owego Strawberry Festival - Rock & Run 5K 2026
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Medals for All - Enter Teeshirt
Thu 18th June 2026 (5:00PM EDT)
$38.10
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359 Hickories Park Rd, Owego, 13827, NY, United States
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