Cheat Fest 5k

MAY

2

2026

The Cheat Fest 5k offers a flat, paved course on the Cheat River Rail Trail near Kingwood. Your registration includes a customized water bottle and free entry to the Cheat River Festival, with proceeds supporting Friends of the Cheat. The event features refreshments and awards.

Sat 2 May 2026

Kingwood, West Virginia

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The 2026 Cheat Fest 5k is a running and walking event scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026. It is held on the Saturday morning of the Cheat River Festival, near Kingwood, West Virginia.

Course Details

The race takes place on a paved section of the Cheat River Rail Trail. The course is described as flat.

Participant Information

Registration costs $25. Every participant receives a customized water bottle. After the race, there will be refreshments and awards. Race proceeds benefit the organization Friends of the Cheat.

Event Benefits

All runners and walkers receive free admission to the Cheat River Festival, which follows the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km