5K races near Dunkirk

The Liv Love Run 5K is a 5-kilometer run held in October in Silver Creek, New York, beginning at 1 Dickinson St. The Silver Creek/Forestville Cross Country Team & Booster Club organizes the event, welcoming walkers and runners. The race commemorates Olivia "Liv" Coia and contributes to a scholarship established in her memory. Funds also benefit the local cross country team's equipment and events. Early registrants are eligible to receive a race t-shirt.

The Amy King's Memorial 5K Run/Walk Turkey Trot is a 5 km race held during the Thanksgiving season in Jamestown, New York. It accommodates both runners and walkers, allowing participants to either race the distance or use it as a community walk during the holiday. The event commemorates Amy King, providing a memorial purpose distinct from a typical Turkey Trot. The course begins in Jamestown. Its standard 5K length makes it accessible for newcomers while offering experienced runners a familiar race route.

The Mayville Winterfest 5K is a 5K race held at Lakeside Park in Mayville, New York, during the town’s Winterfest. It is a community race with a straightforward course: three miles of running in Western New York winter conditions, with overall awards for the top male and female finishers. The event also presents awards in five-year age groups, encouraging local competition beyond the lead runners. Participants may purchase a custom long-sleeve shirt, and the race is part of a larger Winterfest weekend featuring seasonal activities around Mayville.