Friends of Kensico Cemetery 5K Run/Walk
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Friends of Kensico Cemetery 5K Run/Walk
The Friends of Kensico Cemetery 5K Run/Walk is a community charity event held at Kensico Cemetery and Arboretum in Valhalla, New York. The event takes place on Sunday, October 25, 2026, on cemetery paths that pass lakes and historic architecture and display autumn foliage.
Distances:
- 5 km (3.1 miles) run
- 1.7 mile walk
Registration fees are listed for standard and youth entries and include a two-part catered breakfast and a free event t-shirt. Day-of registration is available at a higher fee. The event is timed for runners by Chronotrack and Super Race Systems. Water stations are provided along both routes and restrooms are available at the maintenance building where the awards ceremony is held.
Practical details include stroller and dog friendly policies with dogs required to be on leashes, rain or shine operation, and nonrefundable registration fees. Awards are presented to the top three male and top three female finishers. Raffle prize drawings follow the awards and raffle tickets are sold for cash only. Proceeds benefit Friends of Kensico Cemetery and the Westchester Fund for Historic and Cultural Preservation at the New York Community Trust. Results and event photos are published after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
