ONEONTA – Girls on the Run, a transformative program that empowers young girls to achieve their personal goals and make meaningful connections, will be hosting its annual 5K event on June 1. This exciting and inspiring event will bring together participants, families, and supporters to celebrate the achievements of girls who have completed the program and their journey towards self-confidence, health, and community.

The Girls on the Run 5K is a celebration of the hard work and dedication that girls have put into their fitness, leadership, and personal growth over the course of the season. In addition to the young girls running, the event is open to participants of all ages, including families, friends, and local community members. Together, they will run or walk to celebrate the powerful impact of the program and the girls' accomplishments.

The 5K will be held on Sunday, June 1, in Neahwa Park, located at 15 James Georgeson Avenue in Oneonta. A celebration will begin at 10 a.m., followed by the 5K at noon.

Registration for the 5K is available at https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/GOTR-CNY-Spring-5k-2025.

The Girls on the Run 5K marks the culmination of a ten-week season of physical activity, goal-setting, and community service, during which the girls work with trained volunteer coaches to set and achieve personal goals, while developing critical life skills such as confidence, empathy, and resilience. The event is not just about completing a race – it’s about showing girls that they are capable of anything they set their minds to, both on and off the track.


Girls on the Run is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring girls in grades 3 through 8 to recognize their inner strength and celebrate what makes them unique. Through a curriculum that combines physical activity with life lessons, the program helps girls develop the skills they need to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.

We are thrilled to celebrate the hard work and determination of our participants through this 5K event It’s more than just a race; it’s a reminder that girls can achieve greatness by believing in themselves and supporting one another.

Proceeds from the Girls on the Run 5K will support the organization’s scholarship program, which ensures that every girl has the opportunity to participate, regardless of financial barriers.

We invite everyone to come out and cheer on the girls, run or walk alongside them, and help support this incredible cause. Whether you are a parent, friend, community member, or local business, your support will help empower the next generation of strong, confident girls.


Founded in 1996, Girls on the Run is a nonprofit organization that uses the power of running to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident. The program is offered in communities across the United States and Canada and has served more than two million girls to date.

-Information provided by The Place