It's Not Just Businesses We're Running Here - Hamilton Chamber 5K
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Event overview
The Hamilton Chamber 5K is held on Saturday, June 20 in Hamilton, NY, with the start/finish on the Hamilton Village Office Lawn at 3 Broad Street. The event offers multiple race options:
- 5K
- Virtual 5K
- Kids Fun Run (0.40 mile loop)
Registration for the listed events opens January 5, 2026. Prices shown for listed events include a fee: the 5K is priced at $33.15 (incl. $3.15 fee), the Virtual 5K at $28.15 (incl. $3.15 fee), and the Kids Fun Run is free. All registrations must be completed online; paper or cash payments are not accepted.
Course, logistics and services
The 5K course starts on Payne Street, ascends a steep incline known locally as No Payne No Gain Hill, continues onto Spring Street and Hamilton Street, then runs through Colgate University grounds including Willow Path, Oak Drive and University Avenue before returning to Payne Street. The Family Fun Run is a 0.40 mile loop.
The race is timed by Leone Timing. Parking and restrooms are available in the center of Hamilton; porta-johns are provided at the start/finish and restroom access is available at the Hamilton Library. One hydration/aid station is placed along the course. Packet pick-up is scheduled for the Friday before the race at Hamilton Public Library and on race morning at the start location.
Charity and awards
Proceeds support the Chamber Small Business Grant Program, which funds equipment, marketing upgrades and LLC formation costs for small businesses, and a selected Chamber non-profit. Awards include Chamber gift cards for first, second and third place in each gender category, age-group medals for top finishers, a handcrafted finisher’s medal by Village Clay, custom race shirts (limited inventory), a runner welcome bag with granola and local coupons, custom race bibs and chip timing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
