Run for the Coven
Run for the Coven is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Saratoga Springs, NY, with entry fees from $20 to $40.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (80 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
October is domestic violence awareness month, and we're calling all racers, walkers, and fun runners to join us for the second annual Run for the Coven 5k to benefit Wellspring in Saratoga. Festivities begin with a 1/4 mile fun run for racers of all ages, followed by a scenic 5k race around the iconic Saratoga Spa State Park. T shirts available for registrants while supplies last. Costumes welcome on race day, the witchier the better when we Run for the Coven!
100% of Run for the Coven proceeds will benefit Wellspring's ONE Campaign (https://www.wellspringcares.org/event/one/) -- Wellspring is the domestic violence and sexual assault services resource for Saratoga County, NY and the sexual assault services resource for Washington County, NY. Wellspring's mission is supporting survivors and engaging the community to end relationship and sexual abuse.
Date: Saturday, October 17th, 2026
9:00am 1/4 mile kids fun run/walk
9:30am 5K Run
Race distances: 5 K road race / 1/4 Mile fun run/walk (kids welcome - costumes encouraged!)
Course location: Warming Hut- Saratoga Spa Park
Fees for registration: $40 for 5k / $20 for Kids race
*100% of proceeds to benefit Wellspring
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
62°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saratoga Springs 4 Sw, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Saratoga Springs, NY
Population
28,542
as of 2023
City Elevation
223 ft
Nearest Airport
ALB
Albany International Airport · 22 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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80
Days to train
- Race
- Run for the Coven
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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Run for the Coven
Oct 17, 2026