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Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k

Date
October 25, 2026
Distance
5K
Price
$25–$30
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From the Organizer

Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k
Switchback Brewing Co.
160 Flynn Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401

Sunday, October 25, 2026

Join us for our annual Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k on the Burlington Bike Path, along the scenic shoreline of Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont. This year’s family fun run takes place Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 10 AM, starting and ending at Switchback Brewing Co., 160 Flynn Avenue, Burlington.  Please plan to arrive by 9:00 AM to allow time to park, sign in and get your race bib. 

The Sarah Ramsey Strong Fund is a nonprofit founded in memory of Sarah Ramsey, Champlain College Class of 2012. Race proceeds support student scholarships at Champlain College and innovation and entrepreneurship-focused student programs sponsored by the Sarah Ramsey Strong Fund. 

Immediately following the 5k, celebrate with us at the race after-party for refreshments and runner awards — stay tuned for more details. Take advantage of online pre-registration for the discounted price of $30/adult ($20 for youth up to 18), and $25/student. Online registrants receive 2 free raffle tickets for the door prize drawing at the after-party. On the day of the race, walk-in registration is $35/adult and $30/college student and youth (up to 18).

Unable to make it to Burlington on race day?  Register for our virtual run!  On race morning you'll get either a text message or email (whichever you've indicated) with a reminder to run sometime during the day of Sunday, October 26. You'll also receive a text or email for how to submit your virtual results from wherever you are in the world. It's an easy and fun way to participate in this event and support this great cause!

Follow us on Facebook for more updates:
https://www.facebook.com/sarahramseystrong/

Special thanks to our sponsors:

Champlain College, Chroma Optics, Cloud 9 Caterers, Fleet Feet, Green Dawg Cultivators, Jayson Munn Design, PawPrint & Mail, and PURE ENERGY Apothecary.

Events

Student Registration for Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k$25
Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k$30

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

55°

Typical Low

39°

Chance of Rain

43%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Burlington Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:21 AMSunset 5:54 PMDaylight 10h 33m

Host City

About Burlington, VT

Population

20,488

as of 2023

City Elevation

329 ft

Nearest Airport

BTV

Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport · 1 mi

Major Hub

ALB

Albany International Airport · 123 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.

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Race
Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k
Date
October 25, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k?
Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k is a running race held in Burlington, Vermont on October 25, 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 Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k?
Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Burlington, Vermont at 160 Flynn Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Sarah Ramsey Strong 5k

Oct 25, 2026

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