The 2026 Chase Away 5K
The 2026 Chase Away 5K is a running race on September 27, 2026 in South Burlington, VT, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- September 27, 2026 (66 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for our annual fun run to benefit Chase Away K9 Cancer! As always, your registration is a donation to Chase Away K9 Cancer. And 100% of the donations sent to Chase Away K9 Cancer will fund awareness and research for canine cancer.
Join us at VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK in South Burlington, VT. Not in Vermont? No worries as we're still offering a virtual option. And, most importantly, YES IT WILL BE FUN! No matter if you choose to run, walk, run/walk, or go virtual.
- In-person run/walk: September 27, 2026 at Veterans Memorial Park, South Burlington VT
- Virtual run/walk: You choose the date, time, and location!
The in-person portion begins at 9:00am, with check-in and same day registration opening at 8:00am.
Register by August 22 to purchase this year's event tee and have your dog's name included on the back. Missed the deadline? We always order extras and may have your size available, which you can purchase after the run.
Race packets, bibs, and tees (if you purchase one) will be available to all registrants a few days before the event. We will email you when they are ready for pickup — or for shipping, if that's the option you choose.
See you at the Chase Away!
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
68°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Burlington Intl Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About South Burlington, VT
City Elevation
337 ft
Nearest Airport
BTV
Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport · 2 mi
Major Hub
ALB
Albany International Airport · 122 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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66
Days to train
- Race
- The 2026 Chase Away 5K
- Date
- September 27, 2026
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The 2026 Chase Away 5K
Sep 27, 2026