5K
- Distance
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- Start Time
Frequently Asked Questions about 5K
- How long is the 5K?
- The 5K covers 5K (3.1 miles).
- What time does the 5K start?
- The 5K starts at 10:00:00 AM.
- Where is the 5K located?
- The 5K takes place in Essex Junction, VT.


Interactive map showing the location of RunVermont Summer Series: Second Stride at Black Flannel Brewing Company at coordinates44.5061409, -73.0818937 in Essex Junction, Vermont.
21 Essex WayTaking what is known and loved about our Freezy Cheeks 5k Winter Series and translating it to a summer series!
Take a trip out to Essex and join us at the second event in our Summer Series, hosted by Black Flannel Brewing Company in Essex Junction, VT. With a one hour open-start window from 10 am until 11 am, a weekend (Sunday) race, multiple distances (5k & 10k), and a beverage (beer if 21+, N/A option) from Black Flannel Brewing Company included in the registration fee, this is the perfect way to sweat, stride, and sip your way through a summer Sunday.
Hop to it and register today!
Bib Pickup
Two options for bib pickup:
Series Sponsors
All registrants will receive select discounts at Skirack and our series winners (highest cumulative age graded ranking in F/M/NB divisions) will win tickets to the 2026 Vermont Brewers Festival courtesy of Vermont Brewers Association and a six pack of Chug Water for extra sipping.
Series Perk
In addition to getting a discount if you register for both races in the series, all registrants for the series will get a surprise (and functional) giveaway item at the second race.
Additional Race Perks from Essex Experience
Thank you to Essex Experience for the following additional race perks:
Choose from 5 race distances available for RunVermont Summer Series: Second Stride at Black Flannel Brewing Company in Essex Junction, VT. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.