Chase Your Dreams 5K Run, 2K Walk, and Kids Run
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Location
- 920 Ogden Avenue, Fairmont, WV
- Distance
- 5K · Other
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
🌟 Chase Your Dreams 5K Timed Run, 2K Walk (not timed), and Kids Run (not timed) 🌟
Saturday, August 22nd • Registration 8:00 AM • Run 9:00 AM • Windmill Park, 920 Ogden Avenue, Fairmont
Lace up your sneakers and get ready to Chase Your Dreams at our exciting, family-friendly 5K Timed Run and 2K Walk(not timed). Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just looking for a fun morning out with the family, this event is for all ages and abilities.
Hosted by RESET Inc., this uplifting event benefits the Rising Stars After School Program, supporting local children with meaningful learning and enrichment opportunities.
At the end of the race, there will be a kids half mile race for free with a school supplies giveaway for all kids registered for any of the races.
🎶 Enjoy a fun-filled morning with music, movement, and community spirit
🏅 Awards for top 5K finishers
👕 Register by July 22nd to receive a free commemorative Chase Your Dreams t-shirt
💰 $5 discount for 2026 Marion County Race Series participants
Come run, walk, and support a great cause!
Let’s chase dreams together—one step at a time! 💫
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
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fairmont, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fairmont, WV
City Elevation
1,166 ft
Nearest Airport
CKB
North Central West Virginia Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 68 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Chase Your Dreams 5K Run, 2K Walk, and Kids Run
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Location
- 920 Ogden Avenue, Fairmont, WV
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Chase Your Dreams 5K Run, 2K Walk, and Kids Run?
- Chase Your Dreams 5K Run, 2K Walk, and Kids Run is a running race held in Fairmont, West Virginia on August 22, 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 Chase Your Dreams 5K Run, 2K Walk, and Kids Run?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Fairmont, West Virginia at 920 Ogden Avenue. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Chase Your Dreams 5K Run, 2K Walk, and Kids Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Chase Your Dreams 5K Run, 2K Walk, and Kids Run
Aug 22, 2026