Swazi 5K
When is Swazi 5K?
Swazi 5K takes place on Monday, September 7, 2026 in Bethany, OK.
What distances does Swazi 5K offer?
Swazi 5K offers 8 events: 1 MILE FUN RUN (Student), 1 MILE FUN RUN (Adult), Virtual 5K Run/Walk (Student), Virtual 5K Run/Walk (Adult), Virtual Bike Ride (Student), 5K RUN/WALK (Student), Virtual Bike Ride (Adult), 5K RUN/WALK (Adult).
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 MILE FUN RUN (Student) | 1.0 mi | $20.00 | Register |
| 1 MILE FUN RUN (Adult) | 1.0 mi | $30.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K Run/Walk (Student) | 5.0 km | $20.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K Run/Walk (Adult) | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| Virtual Bike Ride (Student) | 5.0 km | $20.00 | Register |
| 5K RUN/WALK (Student) | 5.0 km | $20.00 | Register |
| Virtual Bike Ride (Adult) | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| 5K RUN/WALK (Adult) | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
How much does Swazi 5K cost?
Registration for Swazi 5K starts at $20.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Swazi 5K held?
Swazi 5K is held in Bethany, OK at 6729 NW 39TH EXPY.
About Swazi 5K
The Swazi 5K is a popular event in its 18th year. People from all ages over central Oklahoma come to participate in a walk/run to raise funds for needed ministries in Eswatini, Africa (formally Swaziland) and in Bethany. Bethany First Church of the Nazarene is an active local church serving its community as well as the world in an effort to bring hope and healing to the nations through Christ.
Eswatini Partnership
The Eswatini Partnership is a cooperative effort between the Eswatini Church of the Nazarene, Eswatini Nazarene Health Institutions, NCM Africa, Bethany First Church of the Nazarene, and Southern Nazarene University. Our goal is to come alongside Eswatini in their efforts to combat HIV/AIDS, TB, noncommunicable diseases, and the domestic abuse of women and children.
Chip Timing
Provided by First Place Timing
How It Works: ChronoTrack + B‑Tag Timing
Your official race time is recorded by ChronoTrack using a disposable B‑Tag electronically embedded on your bib. To ensure your time is captured accurately, please:
- Attach the bib flat on the front of your torso, unaltered and pinned at all four corners
- Don’t fold, wrinkle, or cover the bib with jackets, belts, or hydration gear
- Wear it from start to finish—the B‑Tag must stay with the bib you were assigned; removing it invalidates your time
B‑Tag Timing
When you cross the starting mat, your B‑Tag (linked to your name, gender, age, etc.) is read, starting your chip time. Once you cross the finishing mat, it registers again. Just be sure to cross each timing mat for your time to count.
Chip Time vs. Gun Time (Powered by ChronoTrack)
- Gun Time (Clock Time):
Starts when the starter pistol fires, ending when you cross the finish. Used to determine the overall Male/Female winners—whoever crosses the line first. - Chip Time (Net Time):
Matches the exact time between your personal start and finish—your true running performance. This is what counts for age-group awards, personal records (PRs), and qualifiers, unaffected by delays in crowded starts.
Awards Breakdown
- Top 3 overall male and female finishers:
Based on Gun Time (i.e., first across the line). - Age-group awards:
Based on Chip Time, automatically recorded by your B‑Tag.
In-person Events
Packet Pickup
Thursday Sept 18, 4-7pm
Friday Sept 20, 4-6pm
Race Day starting at 6:30am
In-Person Race Day Schedule
Saturday, September 20, 2025
- 6:30 AM Pre-race Packet Pick-up
- 7:30 a.m. One Mile Fun Run
- 8:00 a.m. Swazi 5K
- Awards and Door Prizes will be awarded immediately after the 5K. Expo and Entertainment all morning
Awards
Awards will be given out to the top 3 finishers in each age group along with the top overall male and female winner immediately after the race.
Parking
Parking is on the west side of Bethany First Church of the Nazarene at NW 39th St Expressway and Mueller.
Course
This is a USATF sanctioned event and certified course (OK-09054-DG) that starts and finishes on the campus of Southern Nazarene University and loops through the neighborhoods in Bethany
Participant Info
Virtual Events
You will receive an email with the virtual event instructions.