Southern Tier Corporate Challenge
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Southern Tier Corporate Challenge - Olean, NY
The 16th Annual Southern Tier Corporate Challenge takes place on June 25, 2026, with the start and finish located at Jamestown Community College, Cattaraugus Campus in Olean, NY. The event offers both a timed running event and a non-timed walk; the two distances use different starting lines and travel in different directions from the campus.
- 5K Run - professionally timed event
- 2‑Mile Walk - non-timed fun walk
The event includes corporate and community divisions for individuals and teams. Team awards are based on the average of the top five fastest team members. Overall awards include fastest male and fastest female; corporate awards include fastest CEO; organizers also recognize the Most Spirited Team. Minimum age to participate is 16 years.
Online registration is available through race day. GOACC member pricing is $26 through June 23, then $30 through race day per employee; non-member pricing is $31 through June 23, then $35 through race day per participant. Each paid registrant receives an official race bib (runners chipped; walkers not chipped), a complimentary alcoholic beverage ticket for those 21 and over, complimentary water, a $10 food voucher for participating food trucks, and a 15% off coupon for the official event shirt.
Packet pickup will occur near the start/finish on race day; early pickup is recommended. Bulk team registration and invoicing options are available with advance arrangements; liability waivers for bulk entries must be submitted prior to June 22, 2026.
Professional timing and finish line services use Jaguar Electronic RFID timing provided by Race Management Solutions, with results posted in real time and finish line photos and finisher certificates available. Parking is available at Jamestown Community College and Olean Center Mall. A post-race celebration called Olean’s Largest Office Party includes food trucks, drinks, music, and awards.
A community cereal collection challenge runs May 4 through June 22; donations are to be delivered to the Olean Food Pantry during its posted open hours. Winners for most boxes donated per company and per employee will be announced at the event.
There are no refunds; organizers reserve the right to postpone, reschedule, or offer a virtual alternative if necessary. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
