Batavia United Way is pleased to announce the 13th annual Bat Race 5K/10K on October 24, 2026, beginning at River and State Street in downtown Batavia at 8:15 a.m. This chip-timed event along the beautiful Fox River Bike Path has drawn runners and walkers to our lovely town from 30 surrounding zip codes for 10 years.
This event has something for all ability levels, whether you are a walker or a runner: 5K, 10K, and Kids Fun Run.
Race awards will be given for the top three finishers male and female for 5K and 10K. All participants will receive a finishing medal.
Packet pick-up: Wednesday & Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at Pal Joey's, 31 N. River St. Batavia. Stay for dinner and show your bib to get 10% off your food bill from Wednesday through Saturday! Packets can also be picked up on the morning of the race starting at 7 a.m. at Pal Joey's.
Race day brings all sorts of fun! The following will be available for purchase: The fabulous Bloody Mary bar at Pal Joey's, cider donuts, breakfast burritos, and more!
What's a Halloween-themed race without costumes?! We encourage (but not require) you to wear costumes. We will be awarding prizes in various categories (e.g., Best Group Costume, Best Duo Costume, Best Adult Male Costume, Best Adult Female Costume, Best Child Costume) for those who want to participate in the costume contest. You can register at the information booth the morning of the race to be eligible for prizes.
Without supporters like you, we would not be able to provide assistance to over 20 local agencies or run the in-house programs such as our Success-by-6 preschool scholarships, Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Adopt-A-Family holiday program, and more. Thank you and enjoy the festivities! With gratitude, The Batavia United Way Race Committee
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:15
$45.00
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:15
$40.00
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$35.00
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$30.00
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 0.25 Miles
Type — Running
09:30
$5.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Batavia.
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