Join us for the inaugural Chester Strong 5K Run/Walk as our community comes together to raise awareness for breast cancer, celebrate survivors, honor those we've lost, and support the ongoing fight against breast cancer.
Whether you're an experienced runner, a casual walker, or simply looking for a meaningful way to give back, this event welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels. Every step taken represents hope, strength, and unity within our community.
This event is more than just a race—it is an opportunity to stand together, remember loved ones, encourage survivors, and promote healthier lives while making a lasting impact in Chester, South Carolina.
Event Information
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Race Start: 9:00 AM
Location: Chester, South Carolina
Registration Includes:
- Official Chester Strong 5K participant T-shirt
- Race bib
- Post-race refreshments
- Access to the post-race celebration
*Shirt availability is guaranteed for participants who register before the official shirt order deadline (Friday October 2, 2026)*
Awards
Awards will be presented to the Overall Male and Female winners, along with top finishers in select age groups. Additional recognition may be given to breast cancer survivors and other special participants.
Our Mission
The Chester Strong 5K was created to unite our community through awareness, compassion, and action. Together, we honor survivors, remember loved ones, encourage early detection, and demonstrate that no one fights breast cancer alone.
Every registration, sponsorship, and donation helps strengthen this mission and supports the growth of this event for years to come.
Supporting Survivors. Honoring Fighters. Remembering Loved Ones.
We look forward to seeing you at the starting line as we make history together at the first Chester Strong 5K.
Making an Impact Beyond the Finish Line
Every step taken and every dollar raised through the ChesterStrong 5K Run/Walk helps make a difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer.
All proceeds from race registrations, sponsorships, and donations will be donated to the United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) to support its breast cancer patient and family assistance programs.
Together, we can turn community support into meaningful assistance for individuals and families facing breast cancer.
Run for the fight. Give for the families. Chester Strong.
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:00
$30.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Chester.
Learn more about the host city, Chester.
Chester is a small rural city in Chester County, South Carolina, United States. As of the 2020 census, Chester had a population of 5,269. It is the county seat of Chester County. The community was segregated. Many African Americans, including the principal and teachers at Finley School, lived in East Chester.
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