
From the Organizer
The Race for ChildRUN is a fundraiser for The Children's Center located on the SUNY Morrisville Campus. It's a family friendly event that offers a challenging 5K race option with a fun 1 Mile run/walk option for participants of all ages. The event is sponsored by local businesses and all proceeds benefit the child care tuition scholarships at The Center. Event begins at 8:30 am with registration open at 8 am. Runners will receive an entry number, free t-shirt and refreshments. Awards are presented to the top finishers in all age groups and an overall winners.
The Children's Center is Madison County's only licensed and nationally accredited Early Care and Learning Program. The Center offers programming that stimulates the minds of young children while building a foundation of learning through play.
Events
Weather
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
62°
Typical Low
43°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Morrisville 6 Sw, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
1,625 ft
Nearest Airport
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
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10 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Race for ChildRUN
Oct 3, 2026