Campaign For Shane 5k
- Date Sun 30th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Owosso, Michigan
- Price $38.69
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 11th Annual Campaign For Shane 5k on Sunday, August 30th, 2026, in the charming city of Owosso, Shiawassee! This uplifting event honors the memory of PFC Shane Cantu, a brave soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice in Afghanistan on August 28th, 2012. As we commemorate 14 years since his loss, participants will come together to celebrate his legacy and support local veterans.
The race kicks off with a chip start at 9 AM, making for an exciting, well-organized experience. Whether you're walking or running, you'll enjoy a fast, accurate paved course through the streets of Owosso. Registration is just $25 until August 21st, ensuring your spot and a guaranteed shirt. After that, prices increase, so be sure to register early! All participants will receive a finisher medal, and you can look forward to live results texted directly to your phone. Plus, join us for a free breakfast after the race, with donations accepted to support our veterans. Early packet pick-up will take place on Saturday, August 29th, at the Farmers Market from 10 AM to noon, with race day packet pick-up
The race kicks off with a chip start at 9 AM, making for an exciting, well-organized experience. Whether you're walking or running, you'll enjoy a fast, accurate paved course through the streets of Owosso. Registration is just $25 until August 21st, ensuring your spot and a guaranteed shirt. After that, prices increase, so be sure to register early! All participants will receive a finisher medal, and you can look forward to live results texted directly to your phone. Plus, join us for a free breakfast after the race, with donations accepted to support our veterans. Early packet pick-up will take place on Saturday, August 29th, at the Farmers Market from 10 AM to noon, with race day packet pick-up
Organiser's Description
11TH ANNUAL RUN/WALK IN HONOR OF PFC SHANE CANTU who was killed in action August 28th 2012 in Afghanistan. Shane served for the Army's 173rd Airborne Brigade.
This year the annual 5k commemorates 14 years since the loss of PFC Shane W Cantu in Afghanistan. The pain of this loss is still sharp but the friends and neighbors and community that run with us on the day are so important in keeping his memory alive!
EARLY PACKET PICK UP AND REGISTRATION at the Farmers Market in Owosso Saturday, August 29th, 10am to noon.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP starts at 7:30 am.
START: Chip start at 9am
REGISTRATION COST: $25 until August 21st, shirt is guaranteed. $30 until August 29th, limited shirts. $35 Race Day limited shirts.
COURSE: Accurate paved and fast through the streets of Owosso!
FINISHER MEDAL to all participants!
RESULTS: Live results texted to your phone and on this web site.
FREE BREAKFAST TO FOLLOW RACE, _donations accepted. _
All PROCEEDS go to help local veterans.
The race will be chip timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION [https://www.facebook.com/michiganrunningfoundation/].
This year the annual 5k commemorates 14 years since the loss of PFC Shane W Cantu in Afghanistan. The pain of this loss is still sharp but the friends and neighbors and community that run with us on the day are so important in keeping his memory alive!
EARLY PACKET PICK UP AND REGISTRATION at the Farmers Market in Owosso Saturday, August 29th, 10am to noon.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP starts at 7:30 am.
START: Chip start at 9am
REGISTRATION COST: $25 until August 21st, shirt is guaranteed. $30 until August 29th, limited shirts. $35 Race Day limited shirts.
COURSE: Accurate paved and fast through the streets of Owosso!
FINISHER MEDAL to all participants!
RESULTS: Live results texted to your phone and on this web site.
FREE BREAKFAST TO FOLLOW RACE, _donations accepted. _
All PROCEEDS go to help local veterans.
The race will be chip timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION [https://www.facebook.com/michiganrunningfoundation/].
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.69 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.69
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201 E Mason St, Owosso, 48867, MI, United States
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