A Walk to Remember our Fallen: Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Military Museum and A Soldier's Hands
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Boalsburg, Pennsylvania
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for "A Walk to Remember our Fallen" on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in the scenic town of Boalsburg, Centre County. This heartfelt event, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Military Museum and A Soldier's Hands, invites participants to honor and remember the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Whether you choose to walk the commemorative 5K course—comprising six laps around the museum grounds—or simply take a seat and listen, your presence matters.
The day begins at 9 A.M. with a Color Guard presentation by local Boy Scout troops, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and an inspiring keynote speech by Debra Burger, who will share her poignant story of loss during the Vietnam War. Attendees can also engage in special activities, including writing "notes from home," creating poppy flowers, and signing a remembrance board. The Nittany Knights Barbershop Chorus will fill the air with patriotic songs, and a moving TAPS performance will conclude the ceremony. Family pricing is available for groups of three or more, making it easy to come together as a community to keep the memories of our heroes alive. Don’t miss this meaningful opportunity to connect and reflect as we honor
The day begins at 9 A.M. with a Color Guard presentation by local Boy Scout troops, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and an inspiring keynote speech by Debra Burger, who will share her poignant story of loss during the Vietnam War. Attendees can also engage in special activities, including writing "notes from home," creating poppy flowers, and signing a remembrance board. The Nittany Knights Barbershop Chorus will fill the air with patriotic songs, and a moving TAPS performance will conclude the ceremony. Family pricing is available for groups of three or more, making it easy to come together as a community to keep the memories of our heroes alive. Don’t miss this meaningful opportunity to connect and reflect as we honor
Organiser's Description
A Soldiers Hands is a non-profit partner of Carry The Load (CTL). CTL provides active ways to honor and remember our nations heroes by connecting Americans to the importance of Memorial Day. Join us as we honor and acknowledge those who lost their lives while defending our country. Walk if able or bring a chair and listen. Together, let's share stories and say their names. Doing so keeps their memory alive. #Whoareyoucarrying
Family pricing available with 3 or more participants.
SCHEDULE OF FAMILY EVENTS:
Friday: May 22 from 5-6 pm, t[shirt pick up. Grounds of the PA Military Museum
Saturday: May 23:
9 A.M. Color Guard: local boy scout troop 380 and sister troop 328, Pledge of Allegiance
9:05 A.M. Pastor Paul McReynolds, National Anthem + opening prayer
9:10 A.M. Welcome and acknowledge our Gold Star families and guests
9:15 A.M. Keynote speaker: Debra Burger, will share her experience as a 5th grader when her oldest brother went missing in 1968. He was shot down in a reconnaissance mission flying what was called an O2. Deb will also provide an update on their lifelong search for Lewis P Smith 11 remains.
9:30 A.M. Walk of celebration begins, 6 laps around the museum grounds = 5K.
9:30 A.M. Write a "note from home", create a poppy flower, sign our remembrance board
9:50-10:20 A.M. Nittany Knights Barbershop Chorus - beautifully sings Patriotic songs
10:30 A.M. TAPS performed by High Schooler Hannah Majewski, followed by 21 gun salute: Bellefonte VFW
9:00-10:30 A.M. Veteran organizations ready to offer guidance
Family pricing available with 3 or more participants.
SCHEDULE OF FAMILY EVENTS:
Friday: May 22 from 5-6 pm, t[shirt pick up. Grounds of the PA Military Museum
Saturday: May 23:
9 A.M. Color Guard: local boy scout troop 380 and sister troop 328, Pledge of Allegiance
9:05 A.M. Pastor Paul McReynolds, National Anthem + opening prayer
9:10 A.M. Welcome and acknowledge our Gold Star families and guests
9:15 A.M. Keynote speaker: Debra Burger, will share her experience as a 5th grader when her oldest brother went missing in 1968. He was shot down in a reconnaissance mission flying what was called an O2. Deb will also provide an update on their lifelong search for Lewis P Smith 11 remains.
9:30 A.M. Walk of celebration begins, 6 laps around the museum grounds = 5K.
9:30 A.M. Write a "note from home", create a poppy flower, sign our remembrance board
9:50-10:20 A.M. Nittany Knights Barbershop Chorus - beautifully sings Patriotic songs
10:30 A.M. TAPS performed by High Schooler Hannah Majewski, followed by 21 gun salute: Bellefonte VFW
9:00-10:30 A.M. Veteran organizations ready to offer guidance
Races
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A Walk to Remember Our Fallen
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Each paved lap around the Museum is approximately 1/2 miles -
A Walk to Remember Our Fallen - Veterans Registration Option
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
Each paved lap around the Museum is approximately 1/2 miles
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Pennsylvania Military Museum, 51 Boal Avenue, Boalsburg, 16827, PA, United States
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