3rd Annual Montco Heroes 5k, Brews & Barbeque Festival

Saturday, September 28, 2024 Past event

12:00 PM EDT

Norristown, Pennsylvania

$16.90–$75.20 · 7 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day at the 3rd Annual Montco Heroes 5K, Brews & Barbeque Festival taking place on Saturday, September 28, 2024, in Norristown, Montgomery. Kick off the festivities with a thrilling 5K run at 8:30 AM, followed by a fun 1-mile walk at 8:35 AM. Participants can enjoy a morning of fitness and camaraderie while raising funds for the Montgomery County Hero Fund, dedicated to honoring and supporting our brave law enforcement officers, military personnel, firefighters, paramedics, and first responders.

After the race, stick around for an afternoon filled with excitement starting at noon! Indulge in a delicious BBQ competition, sip on refreshing brews, and groove to live music until 9:00 PM. Don't miss the Jeep Invasion and the chance to win cash prizes for the top male and female runners, as well as awards for age group winners. With registration options for the 5K run, the BBQ and Beer Festival, or both, there’s something for everyone. Join us for a day of community spirit, delicious food, and fun in support of our heroes!

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Sep 30, 2023

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Races

5k Run ONLY

Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt, Socks, Runners Bib

Children 5 and under FREE

8:30 AM EDT

$38.10

Entries closed
1 Mile Walk Only

Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt, Socks, Walkers Bib

Children 5 and under FREE

8:35 AM EDT

$38.10

Entries closed
BBQ/Beer Festival ONLY

Incl. $3.40 Fee & Event Mug and Entry Bracelet, t-shirt optional

Children 18 and under FREE with the purchase of an adult ticket.

12:00 PM EDT

$43.40

Entries closed
5k plus BBQ/Beer Festival

Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt, Socks, Runners Bib, Event Mug and Entry Bracelet

Children 5 and under FREE. Festival begins at 12 noon.

8:30 AM EDT

$75.20

Entries closed
1 Mile Walk plus BBQ/Beer Festival

Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt, Socks, Walkers Bib, Mug and Event Bracelet

Children 5 and under FREE. Festival begins at noon.

8:35 AM EDT

$75.20

Entries closed
T-shirt Only

Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

8:30 AM EDT

$16.90

Entries closed
Register Your Truck/Jeep Here

Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-shirt and 1 event ticket (Mug and Event Bracelet)

Do you have a truck or jeep you want to showcase in our Truck/Jeep Rally, if so sign up here. One event ticket included in your entry.

10:30 AM EDT

$43.40

Entries closed

Organiser's description

This event will raise funds for the Montgomery County Hero Fund. Please join us for our 3rd Annual 5K, Brews & BBQ. The Mission of the Montgomery County Hero Fund is to immediately guarantee that the acts of a Hero will never be forgotten and that we will always rise to the challenge of making sure sacrifice in the line of duty will never be in vain and that Law Enforcement Officers, Military Personnel, Firefighters, Paramedics and/or First Responders and their loved ones will be protected and cared for in the event of tragedy.

Start your day with a 5k run at 8:30 am and stay for the day! Festivities include a Jeep Invasion, Live Music, BBQ competition, Beer and food all beginning at 12:00 noon until 9:00 pm.

Awards:

* 5K Run/Walk - Top Male and Female overall, top 2 in each age group, under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ CASH PRIZES FOR WINNERS!
* BBQ Competition Prize trophy stays with the winning team (Department)

Entry:
5K Run/ 1 Mile Walk ONLY $35. run start time 8:30 a.m. Walk start time 8:35 a.m. Registration begins at 7:00 am on Saturday morning. Early Registration on Friday, September 27th from 5-7 pm at the Lower Providence Fire Department.
BBQ/Beer Festival ONLY $40. Festival begins at 12:00 Noon.
5K plus BBQ/Beer Festival $70. Enjoy all the festivities for the day!

*Jeep and Truck Show Registration $40. Must enter the event between 10:30 and 12:00 pm.

Amenities:
5k Run/Walk - commemorative t-shirt and socks, refreshments, water stations, prizes. One-mile fun walk.
BBQ & Beer Festival includes music, event mug, draft beer, and BBQ competition food tasting along with food at the cabana and Jeep/Truck Rally.

Race Results:
Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.; Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com

Questions:
Contact: 5K Run/Walk - Mary MacFarland (215-450-0478) or Wendy Christie (610-888-8824)
BBQ Teams Dan Furman (484-880-8116)