Roger’s Bird-Day Dash 2026 — Jamestown, NY

Date
August 29, 2026
Location
Jamestown, NY
Venue
311 Curtis Street
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$5.00 – $45.00
Events
Roadrunner 10K Run, March of the Penguins (5k Fun Run/Walk), Duckling Dash (Kids 1 Mile Run)
Includes
T-Shirt
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Roger's Bird-Day Dash takes place at 311 Curtis Street in Jamestown, New York on August 29, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM. The event offers three running distances: 1 mile, 5K, and 10K, giving runners options across multiple fitness levels. Entry fees range from $5 to $45 depending on the distance selected. This straightforward point-to-point running event provides a low-cost option for athletes training in the region or looking for a local race opportunity during late summer.

From the Race Organizer
On Saturday, August 29th The Roger Tory Peterson Institute will host the 2026 Bird-Day Dash 10K! The event raises money to support programming and exhibitions at RTPI. The festivities celebrate Roger Tory Peterson's 118th birthday on August 28th. Proceeds from the Dash help keep Roger's legacy alive and well through Art That Matters to the Planet. Since 1994, RTPI has been committed to fostering an appreciation for nature through exhibitions of Art That Matters to the Planet. In addition to the race, we will host a post race gathering with face painting, food trucks, lawn games, and refreshments. Check-in and day of registration will start at 8:00 AM the day of the race. The race will start at 9:00 AM. There is a "Roadrunner" 10K run division, a "March of the Penguins" 5k fun run/walk division, and a 1 Mile "Duckling Dash" kids run on the grounds of RTPI. If you have any questions, please contact cjohnson@rtpi.org. Learn more about the Roger Tory Peterson Institute

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Roger’s Bird-Day Dash 2026 — Jamestown, NY?

Roger’s Bird-Day Dash 2026 — Jamestown, NY takes place on August 29, 2026. The race is held in Jamestown, New York.

Where is Roger’s Bird-Day Dash 2026 — Jamestown, NY held?

Roger’s Bird-Day Dash 2026 — Jamestown, NY is held at 311 Curtis Street in Jamestown, New York.

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