Kick-Off to Summer 5K
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Event
The Kick-Off to Summer 5K Presented by Twisted Irons Craft Brewing Company takes place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in Newark, DE (Olan Thomas Park, 89 Paper Mill Road, 19711). The event includes a 5K road race and a post-race celebration at Twisted Irons Craft Brewing Company. The celebration includes redemption of a drink ticket, food trucks, and live music. The event benefits the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition, which provides survivorship support services, outreach, and education to promote early detection and treatment.
Race details
Registered runners receive post-race snacks, a drink ticket for the post-race celebration, a race T-shirt, and special runner swag. Race day bib pick up is available at Olan Thomas Park. Entry pricing shown includes a current price of $25 (also listed as $25 for ages 0-18); the listed price increases after January 10, 2026.
Awards are given for Overall Male/Female and Overall Masters Male/Female, plus the top three in each age group (male and female). Age groups are 9 & under, 10-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Overall and Masters awards use gun time; age-group awards use chip time. A course map is available online for directional purposes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
