2 events in Chautauqua County, New York

Stephen's Run is a 6k cross country race in memory of Stephen Pangborn, a Maple Grove cross country runner who passed away in 2000 at the age of 16 after a courageous battle with cancer. Proceeds go towards the Stephen Pangborn Memorial Scholarship Fund.

The race is held on the beautiful trails of Long Point State Park on Chautauqua Lake. Come enjoy a great trail race for a great cause!

Part of the Chautauqua Striders 2026 Runner of the Year Series!

Shirts available for all runners registered by July 19.

Overall and age group prizes will be awarded.

Light post-run refreshments will be provided.

Packet pick-up and day-of registration will open at 8:00AM. $30 cash, check (made out to Bemus Point Track Club) and Venmo will be accepted.

Please note that there will be a $7 gate charge to enter the state park on the day of the race. If you park at the end of the Lakeside Drive, you can walk, run, or bike down to the marina where the race will be starting.

Hope to see you there!

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.

🗓️ 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!

🎶 Music from 11AM-3PM 🎶

Live performances by:

• TBD!

👕 Event t-shirts available for purchase while supplies last.

🕖 Online registration open through Friday, August 14 at 6:59 PM

🎶 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 – MUSIC & CAMPING KICKOFF!

🎶 Music from 6PM–Midnight! 🎶

Live performances by:

• TBD!

Also on Saturday:

Dinner available for purchase

Overnight camping under the stars

🎟️ 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.