Mark your calendar -- May 16, 2026!
for a FUN "Month of May Themed" 5k Color Run/Walk!
We are excited to invite you to be part of an incredible event – the May Fest 5K, hosted by the Downsville Central School Class of 2028! Our second 5K, celebrating all the vibrant and joyful moments May has to offer! From the blooming flowers to the fun-filled holidays, this event is inspired by the spirit of May. Whether it’s celebrating May Day, Mothers Day, honoring the Memorial Day weekend, or simply embracing the beauty of spring, this colorful event is all about coming together in a festive and vibrant atmosphere! We’re thrilled to have the support and expertise of the locally known Best Dam 5K team to bring you a one-of-a-kind May-inspired color run. Funds raised will go towards the Class of 2028 and a percentage of the proceeds will go to a non-for-profit organization at the Class of 2028’s choosing.
May Fest 5K Race Details:
Saturday, May 16th, 2026 in Downsville, NY
9:00 AM 5K Color Walk
9:30 AM 5K Color Run
HOW TO REGISTER:
You may register online or through paper entry. Only participants who register before April 25th by 6 pm will receive a race shirt. Youth, Mens, Womens sizes available. Shirts may not be available (or not in your size) after this date. Additional merchandise is available for purchase, please refer to our website or the products section of registration for more details.
Participants can also mail in their registration with entry fees by printing off the form by printing it off from the DCS website = PAPER REGISTRATION
Mail the filled out registration form and payment to:
Downsville Central School
c/o Sarah Hood
PO Box J
Downsville, NY 13755
Checks are to be made out to "DCS-Class of 2028"
PRE-ENTRY FEES & PAYMENT:
Credit cards are accepted for online registration through Race Roster.
Early entry registration will end on Friday, April 24, 2026.
You must be pre-registered before this time in order to be guaranteed a race shirt!
5K RUN or WALK
$30 for Teens & Adults (13 yrs. & over)
$20 for Children (12 yrs. & under)
15% off for group or family of 5 or more (1 participant must be 18 or over)
Participants will be able to pick up their race packet the day before the race on Friday, May 15, 2026 from 4PM to 6:30PM. Otherwise you will receive your race packet the day of the race when you check-in. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your race start time. Late arrivals may not be able to be accommodated. PARTICIPANTS MUST ARRIVE IN TIME FOR THE LAST SHUTTLE TO THE START LINE FOR THE 5K RUN AND WALK AT 8:30 AM. No refunds will be given.
RACE DAY ENTRY FEES & PAYMENT:
Day of registration and participant check-in is from 7:00AM-8:30AM on May 16, 2026. Cash or check ONLY. Checks can be made out to DCS Class of 2028. Race shirts and participant race packets MAY NOT BE available for day-of registrations.
Day of Entry Fees:
5K RUN or WALK
$35 FOR 13 YRS. & OLDER
$25 FOR CHILDREN 12 & UNDER
No special group price
WHERE TO PARK: DETAILS TBA
5K RUN or WALK PARTICIPANTS:
The start line for the road race is at the Corbett Community Hall in Corbett, NY. Buses will be used to transport participants to the start line from the registration and parking area. Participants must arrive 15 minutes before their bus time in order to be transported to the start of the race. There will be a bus at 8:30am for the walkers and at 8:45 am for the 5K runners. We cannot guarantee you will make the start of the race if you miss the bus transport. We recommend you arrive in time to check-in and then to get on the shuttle.
The course will be officially timed. Runners will follow appropriate 5K signs to complete their race. The 5K will finish on Bridge Street near the Covered Bridge. Police, safety cones and signs will be alerting motorists to the race area. Color powder areas are located every along the 5K portion of the course.
The color powder shows up best on both white and dark colored clothing. We do recommend not wearing anything you don't mind being stained as we've had mixed results getting it completely out of clothing. The colors used are non-toxic and washable.
Strollers are welcome. Children in strollers are FREE and do not need to register for the race.
Young children not registered for the race must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Sorry no dogs allowed.
POST-RACE:
Awards will be given in the categories below:
5K Walk: Top 2 walkers (male or female)
5K Run: 1st/2nd men (13 and over), 1st/2nd women (13 and over), 1st/2nd boys (12 and under), 1st/2nd girls (12 and under)
The awards ceremony is set to take place at 11:00 AM or as soon as all the results are in.
There will be an official timer for the 5K. Results will be posted online post-race.
Bathrooms will be available at the parking site, starting line and at the finish.