Fredonia Opera House Run

APR
26
2026
A 5K run/walk supporting the historic Fredonia Opera House. The USATF-certified course is flat and fast, traversing village streets and the SUNY Fredonia campus. The event features awards, swag bags, and a fundraiser for the performing arts center.
Sun 26 Apr 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Details

The 1891 Run for the Fredonia Opera House takes place on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The event supports the 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center. It is a 5K run/walk.

Distances

  • In Person 5k
  • In Person Student 5k (for participants age 21 and under)

Course Information

The race starts and finishes at the Fredonia Village Hall and Opera House. The USATF-certified course begins on Day Street and ends on Church Street. It includes Temple Street, Central Avenue, Brigham Road, and a portion of Ring Road on the SUNY Fredonia campus. The course has a short, small incline at the start but is otherwise flat.

Registration and Fees

Pre-registration is $25 for adults and $15 for students. Day-of-race registration is $30 for adults and $15 for students. Pre-race packet pickup is available on Saturday, April 25. Swag bags are provided to all participants. T-shirts are guaranteed for those who register by April 14. All registrants' names are entered into a random prize drawing.

Awards

Awards medals are given to the first, second, and third-place male and female finishers overall. Medals are also awarded to the top three male and female finishers in multiple age groups, from 17 & under to 80 & over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
In Person 5k
5 km
In Person Student 5k