Running of the Bears 5K
- Date
- July 5, 2026
- Distance
- Running of the Bears 5K
From the Organizer
Date: July 5, 2026
Start time: 9:00am in the Courtyard
Advance registration $45. Day of Registration $60.00. If spots remain, day of registration will close promptly at 8:15AM, NO Exceptions.
Advance registration closes on July 4 at 7pm
Check-in & Day of Registration: Courtyard - 7:30am to 8:15am.
The first 100 Race participants receive a t-shirt.
Awards Ceremony: 10:30am in the finish area.
Prizes awarded as follows:
Overall Male & Female finishers each get a $100.00 Stratton Gift Card
First to the finish line, Male and Female, in each of the following age groups:
AGES: 14 and under years, 15-19 years, 20-29 years, 30-39 years, 40-52 years, 53-65 years, 66 and over years
1st prize - $50 Stratton Gift Card
2nd prize -$25 Stratton Gift Card
3rd prize - Stratton Swag
See you at the starting line!
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- Date
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Running of the Bears 5K?
- Running of the Bears 5K is a running race held in Stratton, Vermont on July 5, 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 Running of the Bears 5K?
- Sunday, July 5, 2026 in Stratton, Vermont at Stratton Mountain Resort, Stratton, VT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Running of the Bears 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Running of the Bears 5K
Jul 5, 2026