The Nighthawk Chase

Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Peru, NY; 17 School Street, 12972
Type: RUN

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

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration 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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