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Run for the Violets 5K

Date
June 14, 2026
Distance
5K · Kids Fun Run - 1K
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From the Organizer

Join us for the Run for the Violets!

 

Sunday, June 14, 2026

This is our annual Run/Walk, register online only. The event will take place on Sunday 6/14/2026 at 8:30 AM. The Kids Fun Run 1K will start at 9:30 AM. Race day registration starts @ 7:00 AM across from the Dolgeville Fire Department 20 South Helmer Ave.

T-Shirt cut-off date is May 1st. Shirt sizes after this date are not guaranteed.

Group discount when registering 3 or more for the 5K run - $3 off each registration!

About half of the course will now be done on the Greenway Trail.

USATF NUMBER NY24005JG

 

AWARDS

Top Overall Male & Female (walk & run)

Top Local Male & Female(must be resident of Village of Dolgeville or Town of Manheim)


Ages 14 & under, Ages 15-19, Ages 20-29, Ages 30-39, Ages 40-49, Ages 50-59, Ages 60+

Each category has one award for men and one for women

Events

5K8:30 AMRegister →
Kids Fun Run - 1K9:30 AMRegister →

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

54°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Little Falls City Rsch, 6 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:20 AMSunset 8:41 PMDaylight 15h 21m

Host City

About Dolgeville, NY

Elevation

967 ft

Nearest Airport

ALB

Albany International Airport · 55 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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6

Days to train

Race
Run for the Violets 5K
Date
June 14, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Run for the Violets 5K?
Run for the Violets 5K is a running race held in Dolgeville, New York on June 14, 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 Run for the Violets 5K?
Sunday, June 14, 2026 in Dolgeville, New York at 20 South Helmer Ave., Dolgeville, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Run for the Violets 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Run for the Violets 5K

Jun 14, 2026

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