From its humble beginnings as a race by local runners for local runners, the OK5k has grown over its 23 years to one of the premier racing, running and community events in the Hudson Valley / Capital District. Its fast, flat course and USATF Grand Prix status attracts many of the most accomplished runners in the area along with many first-timers and others who just enjoy a good run. Truly a community event, supported by over 50 local sponsors and hundreds of volunteers and spectators, all the proceeds of the race go directly to local non-profit and charitable organizations.

Map to OK5k Race

OK 5k Course Map with Elevation Profile

USATF Certification Map

The 5K race course has been officially measured and certified at the 5K distance. See the link below to the PDF of certification map along with other images of the course maps and elevation profiles.

ok5k certificate

Kid’s 1-Mile Race Course Map with Elevation Profile

The Kid’s Race is an “out-and-back” course which ends where it begins. The elevation profile is also “out-and-back” (from start/end, reading left to right is first half-mile; then reading right back to left at end/start is second half-mile)

D.A.Y.S.I. Dash:

Differing Abilities Yet So Incredible

Our new addition this year in partnership with the Capital Region Miracle League:

This 100 meter race is for individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages and abilities. Participants will receive a race bib, T-shirt, and finisher’s medal- free of charge but signup under zippyreg.com/register/ok5k is mandatory!