From the Organizer
5K certified, flat, fast, scenic, and partly shaded course on paved trails at 6:00pm at Otsiningo Park, Binghamton, NY. Start and finish at North Shelter. Course certification # NY13006JG. Chip Timed by Falcon Timing.
The race is sponsored by the Triple Cities Runners Club.
Awards:
- 1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall and Masters
- Age Group Awards--3 Deep (13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
- Fastest First Timer Award In Memory of Diane Sherrer (check on entry form if this is your FIRST EVER 5k)
- MIDDLE OF PACK AWARD
- Team Awards: Mother/Daughter, Sister/Sister, Grandmother/Granddaughter
PRE-REGISTER by 8/13 with T-Shirt included (8/18 without T-Shirt)
- $25 – Runners & Walkers, with Ladies tech T-Shirt
- $15 – Girls 18 and under with Ladies tech T-Shirt
- After 8/12-No shirt. Limited number of shirts available for purchase ($10) race day.
Race Day Registration $25 for everyone
FREE Kids Run following 5K Run/Walk. Kids run will start at 7:10pm and is about 1/4 Mile for children 10 and under. Kids will receive a PRIZE for their participation. Sign up on race day. Kids must wear sneakers.
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
76°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Binghamton, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Binghamton, NY
Population
47,357
as of 2023
City Elevation
852 ft
Nearest Airport
BGM
Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field · 8 mi
Major Hub
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 70 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at RRCA Women's Distance Festival 5K and Kids Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- RRCA Women's Distance Festival 5K and Kids Run
- Date
- August 21, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the RRCA Women's Distance Festival 5K and Kids Run?
- RRCA Women's Distance Festival 5K and Kids Run is a running race held in Binghamton, New York on August 21, 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 RRCA Women's Distance Festival 5K and Kids Run?
- Friday, August 21, 2026 in Binghamton, New York at Otsiningo Park Bevier Street Binghamton NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the RRCA Women's Distance Festival 5K and Kids Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
RRCA Women's Distance Festival 5K and Kids Run
Aug 21, 2026