4th Annual Kevin Dendy Memorial 5K
- Date Sat 5th April 2025
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Hillsborough, North Carolina
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the 4th Annual Kevin Dendy Memorial 5K, taking place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in the charming town of Hillsborough, Orange. This exciting race kicks off at 9:30 AM from Eno River Brewing, winding through the picturesque River Walk. Join us in honoring the memory of Captain Kevin Dendy, a beloved local hero who served in the North Carolina National Guard and passionately enjoyed outdoor activities. Proceeds from the event will support The Wounded Warrior Project and local community missions, making your participation even more meaningful.
This year, participants can bring their furry friends along for the journey, as the race is dog-friendly! Be sure to arrive early for packet pickup starting at 8:30 AM, and don’t miss the chance to earn awards for the top three overall male and female finishers. All registered participants will receive a custom race t-shirt and a finisher's medal, so mark your calendars and sign up by March 5, 2025, to guarantee your t-shirt size. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, camaraderie, and the joy of running in honor of a true local hero!
This year, participants can bring their furry friends along for the journey, as the race is dog-friendly! Be sure to arrive early for packet pickup starting at 8:30 AM, and don’t miss the chance to earn awards for the top three overall male and female finishers. All registered participants will receive a custom race t-shirt and a finisher's medal, so mark your calendars and sign up by March 5, 2025, to guarantee your t-shirt size. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, camaraderie, and the joy of running in honor of a true local hero!
Organiser's Description
Come out and join us on SATURDAY, APRIL 5TH for the 4th annual Kevin Dendy Memorial 5K! This year the race will be starting at ENO RIVER BREWING and running through Hillsborough's beautiful River Walk.
Captain Kevin Dendy was local to the Hillsborough/North Durham community. He was commissioned into the North Carolina National Guard and served one tour in Kuwait during the initial wave of the Covid-19 pandemic and provided essential medical care to soldiers serving overseas. Kevin had a love for everything outdoors - running, hiking, swimming, and riding his motorcycle. On December 29 of 2021, Kevin tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident. Proceeds from this race will benefit The Wounded Warrior Project, an organization that was very important to Kevin, and local community missions as well.
The race will start at Eno River Brewing at 9:30AM.
PACKET PICKUP will be available on race day beginning at 8:30am.
DOG FRIENDLY
Your dog is welcome to join in! Please note that some areas along the route are quite narrow, especially the covered bridge.
AWARDS
Awards will be given to top 3 overall male and female finishers.
All registered participants will receive a custom race t-shirt and finisher's medal. GUARANTEED T-SHIRT SIZE DEADLINE IS MARCH 5, 2025.
Captain Kevin Dendy was local to the Hillsborough/North Durham community. He was commissioned into the North Carolina National Guard and served one tour in Kuwait during the initial wave of the Covid-19 pandemic and provided essential medical care to soldiers serving overseas. Kevin had a love for everything outdoors - running, hiking, swimming, and riding his motorcycle. On December 29 of 2021, Kevin tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident. Proceeds from this race will benefit The Wounded Warrior Project, an organization that was very important to Kevin, and local community missions as well.
The race will start at Eno River Brewing at 9:30AM.
PACKET PICKUP will be available on race day beginning at 8:30am.
DOG FRIENDLY
Your dog is welcome to join in! Please note that some areas along the route are quite narrow, especially the covered bridge.
AWARDS
Awards will be given to top 3 overall male and female finishers.
All registered participants will receive a custom race t-shirt and finisher's medal. GUARANTEED T-SHIRT SIZE DEADLINE IS MARCH 5, 2025.
Races
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Run or Walk 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSED -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
CLOSEDParticipant fee includes shipping of race t-shirt and finisher medal, which will be shipped after the event.
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