It's Not Just Businesses We're Running Here! - Hamilton Chamber 5K

🎉 Race Overview

Register for the Second Annual Hamilton Chamber of Commerce 5K Race!

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Start Time:

• 5K Timed Race: 8:30 AM
• Family Fun Run: 10:00 AM

Join us for the second annual Chamber 5K! Enjoy a beautiful run through our charming village, with proceeds benefiting the Chamber Small Business Grant Program and a chosen Chamber non-profit.

🏃‍♂️ Race Location

Location: The Hamilton Village Office Lawn at 3 Broad Street

Parking and Restrooms: Available in the center of Hamilton.

🌳 Course Details

Course Map: click to see map

The course starts on Payne Street and heads up what locals affectionately call No Payne No Gain Hill, a steep incline, before turning right onto Spring St. Spring Street is a decline where you can pick up some speed before coming back up towards Hamilton Street, turning right and then left onto Colgate's campus. Head towards Admissions and then down towards Willow Path, running along the beautiful tree-lined path on Colgate's campus. Take a sharp right back up Oak Drive and then cross over to University Ave, circling back to Payne Street and finishing where the race began.

💰 Fundraising Initiatives

All funds raised go to:

• Chamber Small Business Grant Program: Provides funding to small businesses for equipment and marketing upgrades, as well as LLC formation costs.
• Hamilton Public Library: Will use funding to create a community outdoor recreation equipment lending collection.
• Collection Items: Snowshoes, trekking poles, binoculars, ski shoes, hammocks, tents, utility wagons, free weights, and telescopes.
• Community Benefits: Designed to make outdoor experiences more accessible to everyone, encouraging recreation, learning, and connection.

🏅 Race Giveaway

HERE’S WHAT YOU GET:

• Prizes: First, second, and third-place winners in each gender category will receive Chamber Gift Cards!
• Medals: Winner medals for top 3 racers in each gender category in age groups.
• Participant Perks: Custom race shirt (inventory limited!), Runner's welcome baggy with granola and local coupons.
• Additional Amenities: Pre and post-race stretch with Kriss Young from The Zen Den, chip timing, and a handcrafted finisher’s "medal."

📅 Packet Pick-Up & Registration

Packet Pick-Up:

• Friday, June 20: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Hamilton Public Library
• Saturday (Race Day): 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM at the race start location

Important: All registrations must be completed online. No paper or cash payments will be accepted.

🌤️ Race Weather & Climate

Hamilton is located 45 miles southeast of Syracuse in Central NY. In June, temperatures typically range between the mid-50s and mid-70s.

🤝 Thank You to Our Sponsors!

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