Chester Strong 5K Run/Walk
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About the race
The Chester Strong 5K is the inaugural community 5K run and walk held in Chester, South Carolina, on October 24, 2026. The course distance is 3.1 Miles. The event focuses on breast cancer awareness, honoring survivors, remembering those lost, and supporting ongoing efforts related to early detection and care.
Registration opens August 11, 2026 and closes October 24, 2026. The registration fee is $30.00. Registered participants receive an official Chester Strong 5K participant T-shirt, a race bib, post-race refreshments, and access to the post-race celebration. Shirt availability is guaranteed for participants who register before the official shirt order deadline of October 2, 2026.
Awards will be presented to the overall male and female winners and to top finishers in selected age groups. Additional recognition may be given to breast cancer survivors and other special participants. The event describes its mission as uniting the community through awareness, compassion, and action, and notes that registrations, sponsorships, and donations support the event and its goals for future growth. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.