AEF May the Course Be With You 5K

Sat, May 2, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT

Location: 1657 E Noxon Road, Lagrangeville, NY 12540
Type: Run

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Race feel

Embrace your inner Jedi for an intergalactic 5K and community festival supporting student scholarships.

Fun
Competitive
Quirky
Festive
For a Cause

Great for

Beginner Friendly
Family Friendly

Launch into an unforgettable, intergalactic morning of movement and community spirit at the AEF May the Course Be With You 5K Community Festival. This high-energy wellness experience welcomes all ages and abilities, offering a professionally timed 5K, an inclusive 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, and a Kids Mini Race. Celebrate with a family festival featuring music, food trucks, and a costume contest. Your participation helps support scholarships for students in the district, fueling bright futures.

What to expect

Run a professionally timed 5K or enjoy an inclusive 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk.
Kids can join a high-energy Mini Race with special perks like a chance to win a free birthday party.
Stay for a vibrant family festival featuring music, food trucks, interactive activities, and a costume contest.

Standout details

Intergalactic costume contest with prizes
Post-race family festival with music & food
Kids Mini Race with special perks
Supports student scholarships

Perks & features

Food & Drink

From the public listing; confirm on the official site.

Course feel

A practical read on terrain, elevation, footing, and typical conditions.

Solid Challenge

Typical course trends

Typically hilly

Distances & registration

3 options

Use the official signup link above for all distances.

Other options
1 option · closes May 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
1d 23h 23m left
- 1 Lap Kid's Fun Run (Untimed)
  Closes May 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $6.94
1 Mile
1 option · closes May 2, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT
1d 9h 24m left
- Fun Run/Walk (Untimed)
  Closes May 2, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT · From $17.61
5K
1 option · closes May 2, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT
1d 9h 24m left
- Run/Walk (Timed)
  Closes May 2, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT · From $28.29

Built from public event details. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official event page before signing up.

From the organizer

🚀 May the Course Be With You 5K Community Festival May 2, 2026 Two days away from the 4th... be with you

📍 Location: Union Vale Middle School 1657 E Noxon Rd, Lagrangeville, NY 12540

🕒 Event Timeline:

8:30 AM – Kids Mini Race 8:45 AM – 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk 9:00 AM – 5K Race Start 8:45 AM – 1:00 PM – Family Festival 🌌 Event Overview Get ready to launch into an unforgettable, intergalactic morning of movement, music, and community spirit. The May the Course Be With You 5K Community Festival brings neighbors, families, and friends together for a high-energy wellness experience designed for all ages and abilities.

Whether you are racing for a personal best, walking with friends, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is about showing up, having fun, and supporting students in our district.

✨ Intergalactic costumes are highly encouraged. 🏆 Prizes will be awarded for Best Costume.

🏃‍♂️ Race Experiences 5K Run (9:00 AM) A professionally timed 5K course perfect for competitive runners and casual participants alike.

1-Mile Fun Run/Walk (8:45 AM) An inclusive, family-friendly route designed for all ages and fitness levels.

Kids Mini Race (8:30 AM) A high-energy lap created just for our youngest participants to kick off the morning with excitement.

Special Mini Race Perks! Thanks to Hudson Valley’s Best:

🎂 All Mini Race participants will be entered for a chance to win a FREE Birthday Party valued at $500 🤸‍♂️ Participants will also receive FREE trial passes to experience the fun at Hudson Valley’s Best

🎉 Family Festival (8:45 AM – 1:00 PM) After the races, stay and celebrate at our community festival featuring:

Music Photo stations Costume contest Food trucks Local vendors Interactive activities and more 💫 Why Your Participation Matters This event promotes health, wellness, and connection while supporting scholarships for students in our district.

Every step, every dollar, and every smile helps fuel bright futures.

We cannot wait to see you at the starting line. May the course be with you.