Daniel Feather Memorial 5K
Sat, Sep 5, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk this memorial 5K to support youth athletic programs and a scholarship in honor of Chautauqua Striders co-founder Daniel Feather.
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Competitive
For a CauseGreat for
- Military & First Responders
Military & First RespondersThe Daniel Feather Memorial 5K in Jamestown, NY, honors Chautauqua Striders co-founder Daniel Feather. This event serves as a vital fundraiser, with proceeds directly supporting youth athletic programs, ensuring they remain accessible and affordable for young people. It also contributes to the Dan Feather Memorial Scholarship, aiding graduating high school seniors. Participants can choose between a 5K run or walk, making it a meaningful way to contribute to community youth development while enjoying a morning out.
What to expect
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
15 5K finishers in 2016. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
50:36
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 33:56.
People mix
More men
About 40% women and 60% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2016, this looks like a small field: 15 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 50:36. The quicker front of the field averaged about 33:56. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Jamestown
Travel draw
Jamestown, NY
Close-to-home draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Top Female Finisher - Open
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Top Male Finisher - Open
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 99 and Under
Top 3 (from finish order in our sample)
Male 99 and Under
Top 3 (from finish order in our sample)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2016 | 15 | 50:36 | 46:55 | 33:56 | 33:15 / 46:31 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
On Saturday, September 6th Chautauqua Striders will host the 2025 Daniel Feather Memorial 5K Race and Walk. The event raises money to support youth programming and a scholarship named after our later co-founder. Daniel Feather and Ron Graham co-founded the Chautauqua Striders in 1979, and served as a volunteer coach for several years. Proceeds from the Daniel Feather Memorial 5K help keep Chautauqua Striders’ athletic programs accessible and affordable for all youth. Since 1979, Chautauqua Striders has been committed to helping young people reach their fullest potential on the track, in the classroom and in life. Proceeds also go toward the Dan Feather Memorial Scholarship. The Daniel Feather Memorial 5K is a part of our 2026 Runner of the Year Series, sponsored by KeyBank and UPMC Chautauqua.
Check-in and day of registration will start at 9:00 AM the day of the race. The race will start at 10:00 AM. There is a 5K run division, a 5k walk division, and a separate division for Jamestown police officers. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our athletic director at Lexi@chqstriders.org .
Graduating High School Seniors (Class of 2026) are eligible for the Daniel Feather Memorial Scholarship. To be considered for this scholarship, you must participate in the Dan Feather Memorial 5K (walk, run, or volunteer). Contact Lexi@chqstriders.org with any questions or inquiries.
Learn more about Daniel Feather: Dan Feather - Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame