Young's Jersey Dairy Cheddar Challenge 5k

Cheddar Challenge 2026

The Cheddar Challenge 5K is back at Young's Jersey Dairy!

Our herd of runners and walkers will enjoy a scenic course on the farmland around Young’s Jersey Dairy, including a loop in the Young’s Christmas Tree Farm and a path through our original barn built in 1869. This 3.1 mile run is suited for runners and walkers at all levels. After the race, participants can enjoy the Young's Farmstead Cheese Anniversary weekend, including cheese information tours and sales!  All participants signed up by May 16 will receive a t-shirt and all finishers.

This event benefits: Alzheimer’s Association, Breakthrough T1D, South Community Behavioral Health, United Rehabilitation Services.

Early packet pickup: Friday, May 29, 5:00pm-7:00pm Red shelter at Young’s Jersey Dairy.  Day of Race registration and packet pickup opens 7:30am.  Race starts promptly at 9:00am.

Those signing up after 5/16/26 are not guaranteed a shirt and medal.