Chico Air Museum Run the Runway 5K

APR
4
2026
Run on an active airport runway at the Chico Air Museum Run the Runway. Choose from a timed 5K or one mile event, both finishing at the free aviation museum. It's a unique chance to race where planes take off and land.
Sat 4 Apr 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Details

The Chico Air Museum Run the Runway is a running event with two distances: a timed 1 mile run/walk and a timed 5K run/walk. The races are held on Runway 31R at the Chico Regional Airport. The event is described as a rare opportunity to run on an active aircraft runway.

The 5K route includes its first mile on the runway. Both events are timed and open to runners, joggers, and walkers. The finish line for both distances is at the Chico Air Museum.

Venue and Amenities

The Chico Air Museum is a non-profit aviation and space museum located at the Chico Regional Airport. It is open to the public Thursday through Sunday and does not charge admission. The museum houses numerous aircraft and historical exhibits indoors and outdoors. Volunteer docents are available to give tours and explain local aviation history.

The museum will be open to visitors after the race. Admission to the museum is free.

Additional Information

Overall and age group medals are awarded. Participants who register after March 20 are not guaranteed an event shirt. Registration in advance is required, as there is no registration on the day of the race. The event supports the Chico Air Museum. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run/walk
One Mile Run/walk