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Date:
Sun, Aug 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM โ€“ 12:00 PM
Location:
2361 Waits Corners Road
Chautauqua County, New York
14767
United States
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Links:
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5k Run Trail Walk

This annual race is in memory of our dear friend Dave McDonald.

Dave loved to run, he loved the Heron, and he loved music.

REGISTRATION IS FREE!

Please consider donating as all proceeds will benefit

Centaur Stride Therapeutic Riding Facility, in Sherman, NY.

This well-marked route is both challenging and fun, and will satisfy new

and experienced runners and walkers of all ages.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Race Day: Sunday, August 16, 2026

The main event! Our 5K trail race is open to all ages and abilities and is FREE to register and participate!

  • Run or walk our scenic trail course

  • Live music from 11am-3pm

  • Breakfast & lunch available for purchase

  • Kids-games and family-friendly fun for everyone!

๐ŸŽถ Music from 11AM-3PM ๐ŸŽถ

Live performances by:

  • TBD!

๐Ÿ‘• Event t-shirts available for purchase while supplies last.

๐Ÿ•– Online registration open through Friday, August 14 at 6:59 PM

๐ŸŽถ Want more fun?

We are honoring Dave all weekend with live-music and community connection!

Come out on Saturday and camp out overnight!

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 โ€“ MUSIC & CAMPING KICKOFF!

๐ŸŽถ Music from 6PMโ€“Midnight! ๐ŸŽถ

Live performances by:

  • TBD!

Also on Saturday:

Dinner available for purchase

Overnight camping under the stars

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Tickets are required for Saturday music and camping. Grab yours here!

Timed by Trackqua.

Sanctioned by USATF.

Visit The Heron Farm and Events Center

for the full schedule of camping, music, and family programming.

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