
The Nighthawk Chase
Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Peru, NY
- 17 School Street, 12972
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Support the Peru Track Team at this community 5K and kids' 1-mile run, welcoming all paces and offering awards for top finishers.
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Who it's for
- Walkers Welcome
- School & Youth Teams
Great for: walkers, cause-driven runners
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Join the Nighthawk Chase 5K and 1-mile run in Peru, NY, on April 19, 2026. Starting at Peru High School Track, this event welcomes runners and walkers of all paces. The 1-mile distance is specially designed for kids aged 10 and under, beginning at 9:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 9:30 AM. Your participation directly supports the Peru Track Team, helping them acquire new equipment. Even if you don't run, donations are gratefully accepted to contribute to this worthy cause.
What to expect
- * A 5K run for all ages and a 1-mile run for kids 10 and under.
- * Walkers are warmly invited to participate in the 5K distance.
- * Awards will be presented to overall winners and top male/female finishers in the 5K, and top boy/girl in the mile.
Standout details
- Benefits Peru Track Team
- Awards for top finishers
- Walker-friendly 5K
- Kids' 1-mile run
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sun, Apr 19, 9:00 AM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Jan 7, 2026, 7:00 AM EST · Closes Apr 19, 2026, 5:45 AM EDT
- 5K
Sun, Apr 19, 9:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Jan 7, 2026, 7:00 AM EST · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Hilly
- Walkers welcome
From the organizer
All runners and walkers are invited to the Nighthawk Chase 5K and 1 mile run starting at the Peru High School Track on April 19, 2026. The 1 mile run is for kids 10 and under and will start at 9:00 followed by the 5K at 9:30. Check-in will start at 8:15. The top boy and top girl in the mile will receive an award. Awards in the 5K race will be to the overall winner and top male and top female.
All proceeds will benefit the Peru Track Team for new equipment. So please come out and support the team!
Not a runner? No problem--donations will be gladly accepted!
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