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

Saturday, September 30, 2023 Past event
12:30 PM EDT
Norristown, Pennsylvania
$16.90–$75.20 · 6 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of fun, fitness, and community at the 3rd Annual Montco Heroes 5K, Brews & Barbeque Festival, taking place on Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Norristown, Montgomery! This inspiring event not only features a 5K run starting at 8:30 AM but also a vibrant BBQ and Beer Festival kicking off at noon. Participants can choose to run the 5K, join the one-mile walk, or enjoy all the festivities with a combined ticket.

Join us in supporting the Montgomery County Hero Fund, which honors the sacrifices of our brave Law Enforcement Officers, Military Personnel, Firefighters, Paramedics, and First Responders. Celebrate the day with live music, delicious BBQ, a thrilling Jeep Invasion, and a BBQ competition. With cash prizes for race winners and a wonderful atmosphere, it’s a perfect opportunity to engage with the community while enjoying great food and entertainment. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event!

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Races

  • 5k Run ONLY

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt, Bib, Dog Tag packet

    1 Mile Fun Walk Children 5 and under FREE

    11:00 AM EDT

    $38.10

    Entries closed

  • 1 Mile Walk Only

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt and Dog Tag Packet

    11:05 AM EDT

    $38.10

    Entries closed

  • BBQ/Beer Festival ONLY

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

    Children 5 and under FREE

    12:30 PM EDT

    $43.40

    Entries closed

  • 5k plus BBQ/Beer Festival

    Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt, Bib, Dog Tag Packet, Bracelet and Mug

    Children 5 and under FREE

    11:00 AM EDT

    $75.20

    Entries closed

  • 1 Mile Walk plus BBQ/Beer Festival

    Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt, Dog Tag Packet, Bracelet and Mug

    11:05 AM EDT

    $75.20

    Entries closed

  • T-shirt Only

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:30 AM EDT

    $16.90

    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)

Location

Lower Providence Fire Department, 3199 Ridge Pike, Norristown, 19403, PA, United States

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