Run for the Acorns 2026 — East Bethany, NY

Date
October 4, 2026
Location
East Bethany, NY
Venue
Genesee County Park and Forest
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
10k Run, 5k Run/Walk
Includes
Long-sleeved tech race shirt
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Run for the Acorns is a running event held in East Bethany, New York, featuring 1-mile and 6.2-mile distances. The race takes place at Genesee County Park and Forest on October 4, 2026, with a 9:00 AM start time. Entry fees range from $30 to $35. Whether you're looking for a shorter warm-up effort or a longer aerobic workout, this event accommodates both distances in a single morning. The park setting provides a natural venue for your race day.

From the Race Organizer
Come join us at the Genesee County Park & Forest Sunday on October 4, 2026 for the 14th annual Run for the ACORNS 5K run/walk or 10K run The courses are on single and double track trails through the forest, along a creek and up and down rolling hills in the Genesee County Park & Forest, with an estimated 100 feet of climb in the 10K loop. Trails are very wide and easy to negotiate (rocks and roots are clearly marked for safety). The courses start on asphalt and then lead into the woods for a truly beautiful run through the countryside. All proceeds benefit ACORNS, a non-profit 501(c)(3) "friends of the park" group that supports the Genesee County parks by connecting people with nature through outdoor learning, education and fun, and ACORNS will donate a portion of the proceeds to support breast cancer research.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Run for the Acorns 2026 — East Bethany, NY?

Run for the Acorns 2026 — East Bethany, NY takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in East Bethany, New York.

Where is Run for the Acorns 2026 — East Bethany, NY held?

Run for the Acorns 2026 — East Bethany, NY is held at Genesee County Park and Forest in East Bethany, New York.

Where can I find hotels near Run for the Acorns 2026 — East Bethany, NY?

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