Join host Mike Chmielewski and his guests, Mark Lackey the Executive Director of CCS Early Learning, along with Shelby Serrata and Ivy Clemens, both with the Palmer High School’s International Baccalaureate Program. Listen in as they discuss the Trick or Trot Fun Run for 2026. The Fun Run benefits the CCS Early Learning programs around the Mat-Su.
The Trick-or-Trot Fun Run begins on October 24th at 2:00 pm, with registration open in-person from 1:30 pm until the races begin. Registration is FREE. Bring your friends and family!
The race is located at 1170 E. Palmer-Moose Creek Road (Palmer-Moose Dr.), Palmer, AK 99645, behind the building at the Cross Country Trails. Please park in the front Palmer High School parking lot, and signs will direct you further. The event will be behind the school, in the practice field next to the football field!
Events include a 5k, 1k, Diaper Dash, costume contest, and a raffle! Raffle tickets will be $1 each or 25 tickets for $20, available for purchase at the race. Winners will be revealed after the races and contest have concluded.
During races, candy will be tossed to runners all over the course. Photographer(s) will be present at the race to take pictures of our runners and costume contest participants! Please wear a costume and add to the fun!
Run for a cause! This race raises funds for CCS Early Learning, an organization dedicated to early childhood education and family services. They support pregnant women, help children from birth to age five thrive, and guide families toward reaching their goals. The option to donate is available on the bottom of this page. Any and all donations are appreciated and go directly to CCS. Don’t forget to bring a costume!
Go to runsignup.com for race registration and more information.
Image and text credit: CCS and runsignup.com