Strawberry Festival 5k/8k run
- Date Sat 14th June 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Albion, New York
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Annual Strawberry Festival 5k/8k run on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in the picturesque village of Albion, Orleans! This beloved community event, inspired by the late Mrs. Judy Christopher, encourages participants of all ages to embrace a healthy lifestyle while enjoying the beauty of the Historic Erie Canal. Runners can choose between two exciting race distances: the 5k and the 8k, both on USATF certified courses.
Join in the fun and camaraderie as you navigate through Albion, surrounded by the vibrant spirit of the Strawberry Festival. The event not only promotes fitness but also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Rotary Club of Albion. With packet pickup starting at 6:30 AM and the race kicking off at 8:00 AM, this is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and celebrate community spirit. Don’t miss out on this longstanding tradition in Orleans County—mark your calendars and prepare for a fantastic day of running, fun, and strawberries!
Join in the fun and camaraderie as you navigate through Albion, surrounded by the vibrant spirit of the Strawberry Festival. The event not only promotes fitness but also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Rotary Club of Albion. With packet pickup starting at 6:30 AM and the race kicking off at 8:00 AM, this is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and celebrate community spirit. Don’t miss out on this longstanding tradition in Orleans County—mark your calendars and prepare for a fantastic day of running, fun, and strawberries!
Organiser's Description
The Annual Strawberry Festival 5k/8k race started by the late Mrs. Judy Christopher to inspire those in our community to run/walk to be healthy. Wolfpack Multisport continues to strive to bring a healthy positive change to our community. Won't you join us at the longest running race in Orleans County. Choose your distance, 5k or 8k, running through the Beautiful Village of Albion, and along the Historic Erie Canal. Proceeds from the event benefit the Rotary Club of Albion.
USATF Certified courses:
5K 2024
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1925007
8K 2024
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1925023
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: WHEN AND WHERE IS PACKET PICKUP? Answer Packet pickup is on State St near the start/finish line. It starts at 6:30am and ends at 7:50am so we can start on time at 8am.
Q: IS THERE A COURSE CUTOFF, OR WILL I BE REROUTED TO THE 5K COURSE IF I'M AT THE BACK OF THE PACK ON THE 8K? Answer: There is no course cutoff.
Q: WILL THE ROADS BE CLOSED TO TRAFFIC? Answer: Just State Street for the start/finish line and for festival preparations.
Q: WILL THERE BE WATER STOPS ON THE COURSE? Yes! No Gatorade or electrolytes so please plan accordingly.
Q: WHERE DO I PARK? Answer: State Rd will be blocked off at 5:30am for the race and afterwards for the festival. Obey any posted parking signs.
Q: WHERE CAN I FIND MORE INFORMATION ON THE ALBION STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL? Answer: Here are the festival [https://albionstrawberryfestival.com/] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077195817061] pages.
USATF Certified courses:
5K 2024
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1925007
8K 2024
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1925023
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: WHEN AND WHERE IS PACKET PICKUP? Answer Packet pickup is on State St near the start/finish line. It starts at 6:30am and ends at 7:50am so we can start on time at 8am.
Q: IS THERE A COURSE CUTOFF, OR WILL I BE REROUTED TO THE 5K COURSE IF I'M AT THE BACK OF THE PACK ON THE 8K? Answer: There is no course cutoff.
Q: WILL THE ROADS BE CLOSED TO TRAFFIC? Answer: Just State Street for the start/finish line and for festival preparations.
Q: WILL THERE BE WATER STOPS ON THE COURSE? Yes! No Gatorade or electrolytes so please plan accordingly.
Q: WHERE DO I PARK? Answer: State Rd will be blocked off at 5:30am for the race and afterwards for the festival. Obey any posted parking signs.
Q: WHERE CAN I FIND MORE INFORMATION ON THE ALBION STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL? Answer: Here are the festival [https://albionstrawberryfestival.com/] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077195817061] pages.
Races
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34th Annual Strawberry Festival 5k Race
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSEDchoose your distance 5k/8k -
34th Annual Strawberry Festival 8k Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSED -
34th Annual Strawberry Festival 5k Over 70
Incl. T Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED -
34th Annual Strawberry Festival 8k Over 70
Incl. T Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED
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