NORWICH – The Chenango County Council of the Arts will be holding its seventh annual Allegro Run for the Arts this weekend, and with current weather forecasts predicting a mild, warm day,organizers hope they will see even more people taking part in the event this year.

The Allegro Run for the Arts is a fund raising event to support the programs offered at the Council of the Arts, including both performances and gallery shows held throughout the year. Registration is $15 per person up to the day of the race, and $20 per person on Saturday.

This year the CCCA will also offer a discounted registration fee for those 18 and under. Runners 18 and under can register in advance or on race day for $10.

Last year approximately 60 people participated in the race. “We’re trying to encourage more families and younger people to get involved,” said Arts Council Director Victoria Kappel.

Last year’s race included both a 5-mile course and a 5K course; however because of the huge popularity of the 5K, this year, the CCCA has decided to eliminate the 5-mile option. “Originally the Allegro run started as a 5 mile race, but as more and more people went to the 5K, we decided to just do that,” Kappel explained.