Dan Rankin Memorial 5K
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Middletown, Delaware
- Price $33.30
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Dan Rankin Memorial 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in the vibrant community of Middletown, New Castle. This uplifting event pays tribute to Dan Rankin, a beloved father and entrepreneur whose life was tragically cut short by an impaired driver. The 5K is not just a race; it's a heartfelt gathering that celebrates Dan’s legacy of hard work, generosity, and community spirit. Participants can run or walk the 5K distance, making it accessible for everyone, from seasoned athletes to families looking to honor a cherished memory together.
All proceeds from this inspiring event will go to the Delaware Wrestling Alliance, ensuring that Dan's commitment to giving back continues to impact future generations. Come out to run, walk, and remember a remarkable life while supporting a great cause. Let’s unite as a community to celebrate Dan’s memory and build future champions together!
All proceeds from this inspiring event will go to the Delaware Wrestling Alliance, ensuring that Dan's commitment to giving back continues to impact future generations. Come out to run, walk, and remember a remarkable life while supporting a great cause. Let’s unite as a community to celebrate Dan’s memory and build future champions together!
Organiser's Description
The Dan Rankin Memorial 5K Run/Walk is held in memory of Dan Rankin, who was tragically hit and killed by an impaired driver on January 24, 2024, while out on a run training for a Spartan 50K race.
Dan was married to his high school sweetheart, and together they shared four beautiful children. He lived a full life, loved deeply, and had no regrets.
Dan was an entrepreneur at heart and was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. He believed in hard work, perseverance, and giving back to others.
This event is a way for us to honor Dans life and keep his memory alive while bringing our community together.
All proceeds from the Dan Rankin Memorial 5K Run/Walk will benefit the Delaware Wrestling Alliance.
Run. Walk. Remember.
Honoring His Life. Building Future Champions.
Dan was married to his high school sweetheart, and together they shared four beautiful children. He lived a full life, loved deeply, and had no regrets.
Dan was an entrepreneur at heart and was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. He believed in hard work, perseverance, and giving back to others.
This event is a way for us to honor Dans life and keep his memory alive while bringing our community together.
All proceeds from the Dan Rankin Memorial 5K Run/Walk will benefit the Delaware Wrestling Alliance.
Run. Walk. Remember.
Honoring His Life. Building Future Champions.
Races
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Dan Rankin Memorial 5K
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$33.30
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