Swazi 5K
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Bethany, Oklahoma
- Price $22.95 - $44.30
- Races 8 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Swazi 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in the vibrant city of Bethany, Oklahoma! This exciting event, now in its 18th year, invites participants of all ages to join in a spirited walk/run designed to raise funds for essential ministries in Eswatini, Africa, and within the local community. The Swazi 5K not only promotes fitness but also fosters a sense of community as it supports vital initiatives addressing public health and social challenges, including those impacting women and children.
The race kicks off with a One Mile Fun Run at 7:30 AM, followed by the main event, the Swazi 5K, at 8:00 AM, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Southern Nazarene University. The certified course will take you through the charming neighborhoods of Bethany, culminating in an awards presentation at 8:45 AM. Join us for packet pickup on September 17 and 18, and be part of this meaningful event that brings hope and healing to both local and global communities. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun day of fitness and fellowship!
The race kicks off with a One Mile Fun Run at 7:30 AM, followed by the main event, the Swazi 5K, at 8:00 AM, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Southern Nazarene University. The certified course will take you through the charming neighborhoods of Bethany, culminating in an awards presentation at 8:45 AM. Join us for packet pickup on September 17 and 18, and be part of this meaningful event that brings hope and healing to both local and global communities. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun day of fitness and fellowship!
Organiser's Description
EVENT OVERVIEW
The Swazi 5K is a popular event in its 18th year. People from all ages over central Oklahoma come to participate in a walk/run to raise funds for needed ministries in Eswatini, Africa (formally Swaziland) and in Bethany. Bethany First Church of the Nazarene is an active local church serving its community as well as the world in an effort to bring hope and healing to the nations through Christ.
ESWATINI PARTNERSHIP
The Eswatini Partnership is a collaborative initiative uniting the Eswatini Church of the Nazarene, Eswatini Nazarene Health Institutions, NCM Africa, Bethany First Church of the Nazarene, and Southern Nazarene University. Together, we work alongside local leaders and communities in Eswatini to address critical public health and social challenges, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, noncommunicable diseases, and the prevention of domestic abuse affecting women and children.
PARTICIPANT PACKET PICKUP
Packet Pickup will take place outside the North Entrance of Bethany First Church of the Nazarene!
Thursday September 17, 4-7pm
Friday September 18, 4-6am
Race Day starting at 6:30am
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Saturday, September 19, 2026
6:30am Pre-race Packet Pick-up
7:30am One Mile Fun Run
8:00am Swazi 5K
8:45am Awards Presentation
COURSE
Certified course (OK-09054-DG) that starts and finishes on the campus of Southern Nazarene University and loops through the neighborhoods in Bethany
The Swazi 5K is a popular event in its 18th year. People from all ages over central Oklahoma come to participate in a walk/run to raise funds for needed ministries in Eswatini, Africa (formally Swaziland) and in Bethany. Bethany First Church of the Nazarene is an active local church serving its community as well as the world in an effort to bring hope and healing to the nations through Christ.
ESWATINI PARTNERSHIP
The Eswatini Partnership is a collaborative initiative uniting the Eswatini Church of the Nazarene, Eswatini Nazarene Health Institutions, NCM Africa, Bethany First Church of the Nazarene, and Southern Nazarene University. Together, we work alongside local leaders and communities in Eswatini to address critical public health and social challenges, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, noncommunicable diseases, and the prevention of domestic abuse affecting women and children.
PARTICIPANT PACKET PICKUP
Packet Pickup will take place outside the North Entrance of Bethany First Church of the Nazarene!
Thursday September 17, 4-7pm
Friday September 18, 4-6am
Race Day starting at 6:30am
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Saturday, September 19, 2026
6:30am Pre-race Packet Pick-up
7:30am One Mile Fun Run
8:00am Swazi 5K
8:45am Awards Presentation
COURSE
Certified course (OK-09054-DG) that starts and finishes on the campus of Southern Nazarene University and loops through the neighborhoods in Bethany
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$44.30
CLOSEDDue to roads reopening, we will implement a seventy-five minute time limit on the 5K run/walk. -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$38.96
CLOSED -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.96
CLOSEDYou will receive an email with the virtual event instructions. -
Virtual Bike Ride
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.96
CLOSEDYou will receive an email with the virtual event instructions. -
5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$22.95
CLOSEDDue to roads reopening, we will implement a seventy-five minute time limit on the 5K run/walk. -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$22.95
CLOSED -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.95
CLOSEDYou will receive an email with the virtual event instructions. -
Virtual Bike Ride
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.95
CLOSEDYou will receive an email with the virtual event instructions.
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