Swazi 5K
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 6729 NW 39TH EXPY, Bethany, OK
- Distance
- 5K RUN/WALK · 1 MILE FUN RUN · Virtual 5K Run/Walk & more
From the Organizer
Event Overview
The Swazi 5K is a popular event in its 18th year. People from all ages over central Oklahoma come to participate in a walk/run to raise funds for needed ministries in Eswatini, Africa (formally Swaziland) and in Bethany. Bethany First Church of the Nazarene is an active local church serving its community as well as the world in an effort to bring hope and healing to the nations through Christ.
Eswatini Partnership
The Eswatini Partnership is a collaborative initiative uniting the Eswatini Church of the Nazarene, Eswatini Nazarene Health Institutions, NCM Africa, Bethany First Church of the Nazarene, and Southern Nazarene University. Together, we work alongside local leaders and communities in Eswatini to address critical public health and social challenges, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, noncommunicable diseases, and the prevention of domestic abuse affecting women and children.
Participant Packet Pickup
Thursday September 17, 4-7pm
Friday September 18, 4-6am
Race Day starting at 6:30am
Race Day Schedule
Saturday, September 19, 2026
6:30am Pre-race Packet Pick-up
7:30am One Mile Fun Run
8:00am Swazi 5K
8:45am Awards Presentation
Course
Certified course (OK-09054-DG) that starts and finishes on the campus of Southern Nazarene University and loops through the neighborhoods in Bethany
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
84°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oklahoma City Post Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bethany, OK
Population
20,606
as of 2023
Elevation
1,334 ft
Nearest Airport
OKC
OKC Will Rogers World Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Central 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
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Swazi 5K?
- Swazi 5K is a running race held in Bethany, Oklahoma on September 19, 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 Swazi 5K?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Bethany, Oklahoma at 6729 NW 39TH EXPY, Bethany, OK. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Swazi 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Swazi 5K
Sep 19, 2026