6th Annual Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk
- Date
- June 27, 2026
- Location
- 428 North St, Chester, NE
- Distance
- Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk
From the Organizer
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN - AND YOU CAN STILL REGISTER SATURDAY MORNING AT THE EVENT - PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY!
* ALL RUNNERS WILL BE ENTERED INTO A RANDOM DRAWING FOR 2 CHESTERFEST TICKETS! *
The Chesterfest 5k is a fun, casual run/walk event held annually in Chester, Nebraska. It is part of Chesterfest's full weekend of activities. The course stays within Chester village limits and is mostly flat. This is our Sixth Annual Race!
Cost is $30 and includes a T-shirt – with trophies going to top Male & Female finishers as well as the oldest and youngest finishers. All proceeds go towards community improvements in Chester.
You are welcome to show up, register, and run on the day of the race, but we can not provide a shirt.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
87°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hebron, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Chester, NE
Elevation
1,626 ft
Nearest Airport
LNK
Lincoln Airport · 72 mi
Major Hub
OMA
Eppley Airfield · 126 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- 6th Annual Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk
- Date
- June 27, 2026
- Location
- 428 North St, Chester, NE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 6th Annual Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk?
- 6th Annual Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk is a running race held in Chester, Nebraska on June 27, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 6th Annual Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk?
- Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Chester, Nebraska at 428 North St, Chester, NE. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 6th Annual Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
6th Annual Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk
Jun 27, 2026