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WVS Cherry Blossom 5 Mile Run

Date:
Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location:
North Street Bridge
Kingston, Pennsylvania
18704
United States
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Links:
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5 Miles Run Walk

Join us on April 26, 2026 for our Cherry Blossom 5 Miler and celebrate spring in NEPA!

This exciting event will take place at Kirby Park, timed perfectly with the stunning cherry trees in full bloom. Be sure to check out the Cherry Blossom Festival happening in the park this weekend!

Registration

  • Pre-entry fee: WVS members $20, non-members $25

Price increases 4/1/26: WVS members $25, non-members $30

  • WVS members were emailed the discount code in the November and February newsletters.

(Our race discount codes are for current members of the WVS and should not be shared.)

  • Non-members can purchase for $12 a membership in the store and then receive an email reply with the race discount code to use during race registration.

  • Runners must pre-register online. Race day entries will not be accepted.

  • Online registration will close Friday, April 24, 2026 at noon.

  • Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Race Day

  • Pre-entry packet pick-up will begin at 7:30 am at the pavilion inside Kirby Park.

  • The first 200 participants will receive a commemorative running cap.

Start

  • Race start is at 9:00 am.

  • This race will be chip timed.

Course

  • The start and finish of the run will be in the meadow area in Kirby Park then fast and flat, out and back over a macadam pavement on the dike.

Note

  • If the race is cancelled due to any directives by the hosted facility, or the WVS, 2026 pre-entries will be deferred to next year. No refunds will be given.

  • This race is open to anyone. You do not need to be a WVS member to run. You can however become a member or renew your membership during the checkout process. Online memberships are $12 per year. Membership cards are sent within a week of receipt or given race day if received 14 days prior to event or not yet expired.

  • Non-members can purchase for $12 a membership in the store and then receive an email reply with the race discount code to use during race registration.

  • The race directors reserve the right to accept or reject any entry.

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