Roger's Bird-Day Dash

Saturday, August 29, 2026 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Jamestown, New York

$6.30–$48.70 · 3 races

5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to celebrate nature and community at the 2026 Bird-Day Dash on Saturday, August 29th, in the picturesque town of Jamestown, Chautauqua! This exciting event, hosted by the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, features a 10K race for the dedicated runners, along with a fun-filled 5K "March of the Penguins" run/walk for all ages and a delightful 1 Mile "Duckling Dash" for kids. The festivities kick off at 8:00 AM with check-in and day-of registration, followed by the race starting at 9:00 AM.

Join in the celebration of Roger Tory Peterson's 118th birthday as the Bird-Day Dash raises funds to support impactful programming and exhibitions at RTPI. After the race, enjoy a lively post-race gathering complete with face painting, delicious food trucks, lawn games, and refreshing beverages. This family-friendly event promises a fun-filled day in honor of a legacy that champions art and appreciation for our planet. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to engage with nature and foster a love for the environment with your community!

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Races

Roadrunner 10k Run

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

9:00 AM EDT

$48.70

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March of the Penguins (5k Fun Run/Walk)

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

10:00 AM EDT

$48.70

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Duckling Dash (Kids 1 Mile Run)

Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt

11:30 AM EDT

$6.30

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Organiser's description

On Saturday, August 29th The Roger Tory Peterson Institute will host the 2026 Bird-Day Dash 10K! The event raises money to support programming and exhibitions at RTPI. The festivities celebrate Roger Tory Peterson's 118th birthday on August 28th. Proceeds from the Dash help keep Roger's legacy alive and well through Art That Matters to the Planet. Since 1994, RTPI has been committed to fostering an appreciation for nature through exhibitions of Art That Matters to the Planet.

In addition to the race, we will host a post race gathering with face painting, food trucks, lawn games, and refreshments.

Check-in and day of registration will start at 8:00 AM the day of the race. The race will start at 9:00 AM. There is a "Roadrunner" 10K run division, a "March of the Penguins" 5k fun run/walk division, and a 1 Mile "Duckling Dash" kids run on the grounds of RTPI. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Learn more about the Roger Tory Peterson Institute https://rtpi.org