Date
Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 08:00 AM
Location
Kauneonga Lake Fire Department Pavilion
Distance
5K
Hashtag
#awfpeaceloverun5k
Status
Available

Allyson Whitney Foundation Peace Love Run Reunion 5k

Registration Options
  • Available
    VIRTUAL AWF 5k Event Registration
    Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 08:00 AM
    Distance: 5K
    Entry Fees: $30.00
  • Available
    Adult (20+) Registration
    Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 08:00 AM
    Distance: 5K
    Entry Fees: $30.00
  • Available
    Teen (13-19) Registration
    Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 08:00 AM
    Distance: 5K
    Entry Fees: $25.00
  • Youth Available
    Youth (1-12) Registration
    Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 08:00 AM
    Distance: 5K
    Entry Fees: $15.00
Our Fundraising Efforts
$36,675.00 donated of a $50,000.00 goal
  • #1
    In memory of Gail Haberle
    $500.00
  • #2
    Connor Rieber
    $250.00
  • #3
    Chris Hummel
    $250.00
  • #4
    In memory of Jen
    $200.00
  • #5
    Carla Picciano
    $200.00
About

PEACE • LOVE • RUN • REUNION

The long-awaited RETURN of the Allyson Whitney 5K is finally here — get READY to lace up for 3.1 miles around beautiful Kauneonga Lake in Sullivan County, New York. We are excited to welcome runners, walkers, friends, supporters, and our entire endurance community back together for one unforgettable day of positivity, remembrance, inspiration, and celebration.

Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in beautiful Kauneonga Lake, New York, for the return of this event at the same great location and amazing course that so many participants have enjoyed throughout the years.

Whether you are chasing a personal record, participating in your very first 5K, walking with friends and family, honoring someone special, or simply coming to enjoy an incredible community event — the Allyson Whitney 5K is designed for ALL ages and ALL abilities. All while supporting our initatives for young adult cancer resources.

SHIRTS GUARANTEED BY SEPT 1st ONLY

1st 250 ADULTS registered receive a swag bag

REGISTRATION / EVENT BEGINS 8:00 A.M.
RACE LINEUP AT 9:30 A.M.

TOP 3 OVERALL  MALE/FEMALE WINNERS * CASH PRIZES

1st PLACE $200 * 2nd PLACE $150 * 3rd PLACE $100

AGE CATEGORY PRIZES: 13- 19 * 20-29 * 30 -39 * 40-49 * 50- 59 * 60- 69 * over 70

Overall Walker : Male- Female Prize

FORWARD EVENTS TIMING

MAI FOX Short Leg Studios FINISHER PHOTOGRAPHY

SHOUT OUT TO CATSKILLS RUN CLUB FOR THE ASSISTANCE



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Event Details

The event will be centered at the Kauneonga Lake Firehouse Pavilion & Senior Center which will serve as:

  • Registration & Check-In Location Senior Center begins 8:00 A.M.
  • Packet Pick-Up Location Senior Center
  • RACE/WALK START 9:30
  • Post-Race Celebration & Awards Location Pavilion

All proceeds from the event benefit the Allyson Whitney Foundation pursuits, helping support young adults impacted by rare cancers through financial Life Interrupted Grants, oncofertility support, HOPE comfort bags, research and awareness initiatives

Through endurance sports, community events, and fundraising efforts, the Allyson Whitney Foundation, a volunteer based organization continues to inspire hope, positivity, and support for individuals and families facing difficult cancer journeys.

Participants will enjoy a scenic USATF Certified 5K Course around beautiful Kauneonga Lake featuring lake views, community support, music, energy, and an unforgettable race day atmosphere.

Runners, walkers, first-time participants, families, endurance athletes, and community supporters are all welcome to participate.

All registered participants will receive:

  • Official AWF commemorative shirt UNTIL SEPT 7th.
  • Official Allyson Whitney 5K finisher medal
  • Pre- Race bagel breakfast with other goodies 
  • Raffles Available
  • Maercahndise available
  • Kids Craft Table
  • Access to the post-race celebration with music and awards
  • Aid Stations along the way.
  • Beer sampling from Beer World after race at the senior center - no alcohol in pavilion

Early Bird Registration Discounts Available

Virtual Runner Option Available

Family-Friendly Event

We love dogs - but - we ask that you do not bring your furry family member for liability insurance reasons. No pets can be on the course or property.

NOTE: There will be no refunds for any reason, you can however, transfer your bib to another.

RAISE $250 and as a thank you - receive your registration back!

Even $50 and $100 raised will receive a thank you prize.

RAISE more and more perks will be added - $ 500 - YETI TUMBLER * $1000- AWF Run Jacket.

It is so easy to create a page and make your steps and miles count even more for a young adult battling cancer.

YOU can bring donations to the event as well for AWF swag- STOP BY our donation booth the day of the 5k

Connect with us for more information in needed.

IMPORTANT LINE UP INFORMATION
Front: Runners 

Middle: Walkers

Back of the Pack: Strollers

Due to insurance policy - we cannot host dogs on the course or on private property 


Sponsorship

Thank you to our amazing sponsors:

Groovy Sponsors


Custom T-Shirts

ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPT 7TH. WE CAN'T GUESS AMOUNTS AND WASTE YOUR DONATION DOLLARS. 



5k COURSE
Sponsored By
Festival+ Sponsor
  • Combined Energy Services
Headliner Sponsor
  • The Susan and Joel Lewin Family Fund
Groovy Sponsor
  • Black Bear Fuel Oil, Plumbing & AC
  • In Memory of our Favorite Barefoot Runner, Nick Kentop
  • Sorority of Hope
  • T&C Salon
  • Scott & Diane Mace
  • King's Collision
  • Monticello Fire Department
  • Jeff Bank
  • Wyde Lumber & Supply Co.
  • Big Ben Jewelers
  • Gavin Water Gardens
  • Smalls Plumbing, Heating & AC
  • Adelaar Landscaping
  • Rieber Carting
  • Liberty Rotary Club
  • Paula Kay for Assembly
Peace Sponsor
  • Garnet Health
  • Fallsburg Lumber
  • The Center for Discovery
  • Heckman Refrigeration
  • The Rhulen and Loughlin Families in Memory of Ally & Trevor
Flower Power Sponsor
  • Welsch Grounds & Gardens
  • Julie & Jared Kaufman
  • Monticello's Teacher Association
  • Murray's Chicken
  • Monticello Police Department
Festival Sponsor
  • Cohen Dentistry
In-Kind Sponsor
  • Nicole Nixon
  • Nonni's
  • Sutton 2 Love
  • Bri's Balloons
  • Monticello Bagel Bakery
  • Sullivan Septic Service
  • Bethel Sanitation
  • Bethel Volunteer Ambulance Corps
Love Sponsor
  • Kevin's Restaurant
Harmony Sponsor
  • Karen & Jay Billig
  • Alan Schantz Agency
  • Monticello Elks Lodge #1544
Fundraising
Allyson Whitney Foundation Peace Love Run Reunion 5k
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