12th Annual Chocolate 5K Road Race

An annual 5K run/walk and kids 1 mile race on the streets of Chelsea, NY located in the town of Wappingers ( NOT the Chelsea in NYC) to benefit the Chelsea Fire Company, and The Robert VanTassel “Live the Dash” scholarship. Given to 2 Beacon High School Seniors, who show sportsmanship, integrity, and 100% commitment to his/her running goals.

In 2023, we changed the name of the race to The Robert Van Tassel Live the Dash 5k. Bobby was the race coordinator from the beginning. He ran the race every year and gave the medals out at the end. He was the Fire District Commissioner, past chief, and held every office over the 40 years he served CFD. He passed on October 20, 2022. Running was his passion. He ran until his very last breath. We continue this race in his honor. “LIVE THE DASH”!! The race starts and ends at the fire station on Liberty St. and takes you along the Hudson River. Want to run with friends or family, sign up together!

10K, 5K, and 1-Mile Kids Fun Run along the historic Hudson River. Proceeds benefit the Scholarship Fund of the West Point-Highland Falls Rotary Club Foundation. http://rotary-wphf.org/

Parking in the US Mint/West Point Ski Slope parking lot. Start / Finish is near West Point's Washington Gate on NY-218.

Awards Ceremonies will follow each race at the finish area. Awards for top finishers in each age/gender category.

Walkers / Volksmarchers are welcome. No pets or strollers permitted if the race is on the Alternate Route. Race will be held rain or shine (except for lightning storm). Multiple water stations on the race routes.

All paid registrants will be provided a race t-shirt, goodie bag, and food/beverages.

10K/5K Registration Fee: $30 (Race Day: $35)

USMA Cadets / USMAPS CCs: 10K/5K Registration Fee: $15 (Online and Race Day)

1-Mile Kids Fun Run Registration Fee: $10 (Online and Race Day)

10K route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/73460968

Alternate route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5642392159/

Race chip timing by Super Race Systems.

DJ at start/finish provided by Party Time Productions.

10K/5K Age Divisions: 18 and under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Event details and schedule

Event Schedule:

• 7:30 a.m. Packet Pick-Up and On-Site Registration opens

• 9:00 a.m. 1-Mile Kids Fun Run

• 9:15 a.m. 10K / 5K Start

Enjoy our annual 5K by walking or running the course — and don’t forget to show off your best fall foliage attire! Dress in your favorite autumn colors, woodland animal looks, or any fun costume that celebrates the season.

The kids can join in the excitement with the Kids Color Dash, sprinting to the finish line while getting splashed with vibrant colors! It’s a day full of energy, laughter, and family fun.

As the grand finale of the Race Series, this event is the perfect way to wrap up a season of community, accomplishment, and celebration!