Evan Stowers Memorial 5K Trail Run and 2 Mile Walk
- Date Sun 10th May 2026
- Time 2:00PM EDT
- Location South Charleston, West Virginia
- Price $23.95 - $28.95
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 5th and final Annual Evan Stowers Memorial 5K Trail Run and 2 Mile Walk on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the picturesque Little Creek Park in South Charleston, Kanawha. This exciting event is not only a celebration of community spirit but also an opportunity to honor the legacy of Evan Stowers, a dedicated cross country runner and South Charleston High School graduate who bravely battled Spitzoid melanoma.
Participants can look forward to a thrilling 5K trail run featuring moderate terrain with rolling, single-track trails and a challenging climb, finishing on the road, while the 2-mile walk offers a scenic out-and-back route. With professional timing provided by APTIMING and a virtual participation option available, there’s something for everyone! The event aims to make a significant donation to WV Kids Cancer Crusaders, so bring your family and friends to support this noble cause. Don’t miss your chance to snag a swag bag, complete with a custom cup and coaster for the first 100 registered participants. With awards for top finishers in various age groups and exciting raffle prizes, this is a day of fun, fitness, and community that you won’t want to miss!
Participants can look forward to a thrilling 5K trail run featuring moderate terrain with rolling, single-track trails and a challenging climb, finishing on the road, while the 2-mile walk offers a scenic out-and-back route. With professional timing provided by APTIMING and a virtual participation option available, there’s something for everyone! The event aims to make a significant donation to WV Kids Cancer Crusaders, so bring your family and friends to support this noble cause. Don’t miss your chance to snag a swag bag, complete with a custom cup and coaster for the first 100 registered participants. With awards for top finishers in various age groups and exciting raffle prizes, this is a day of fun, fitness, and community that you won’t want to miss!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the 5th and Final Annual Evan Stowers Memorial 5k Trail Run and 2 Mile Walk taking place in South Charleston's Little Creek Park! WE REALLY WANT TO GO OUT BIG WITH A HUGE DONATION TO WVKCC!!! BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS!!! This race will be a moderate trail run with rolling, single track trails and one steep climb. The race finishes on the road. The walk is an out and back on the road.
PROFESSIONAL TIMING BY APTIMING!!!
* THERE IS A VIRTUAL OPTION*
This event is in honor of SCHS graduate Evan Stowers who fought a brave battle with Spitzoid melanoma. Evan was a South Charleston cross country runner and Little Creek Park was one of his favorite places. This event benefits WV Kids Cancer Crusaders.
*Please consider carpooling to this event as parking at Little Creek is limited*
**This event will have a 200 runner/walker limit for the in-person events**
Registration and Timing
EARLY REGISTRATION _(March 16 to May 1)_
- 5k Trail Run: $25
- Virtual Run: $25
- 2 Mile Walk: $20
REGULAR REGISTRATION _(May 1-May 8)_
_- _5k Trail Run: $30
- Virtual Run: $30
- 2 Mile Walk: $25
_RACEDAY REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE: RUN $40. WALK $30._
SWAG BAGS GUARANTEED TO THE FIRST HUNDRED REGISTERED. FIRST 100 REGISTERED WILL RECIEVE A CUSTOM CUP AND COASTER ALONG WITH OTHER GOODIES! *THANK YOU CITIZEN KANE ARTISTRY, ECHO-LIT, AND PIG TIME CREATIONS!*
_PACKET PICKUP ON RACE DAY: 1 HOUR BEFORE START TIME_
AWARDS- TO BE ANNOUNCED!!!
Runners:
Awards will be given to top 2 overall male and female winners
Age group awards will begin to the top two runners, male and female, in the following age groups:
* 19 and under
* 20 - 29
* 30 - 39
* 40 - 49
* 50 - 59
* 60 - 69
* 70 and over
**There will not be duplicate awards, or virtual awards**
Awards will be given to first 2 walkers to finish
THERE WILL BE RAFFLE ITEMS!!! RAFFLE TICKETS ARE $1 EACH OR 6 FOR $5 OR 12 FOR $10.
PROFESSIONAL TIMING BY APTIMING!!!
* THERE IS A VIRTUAL OPTION*
This event is in honor of SCHS graduate Evan Stowers who fought a brave battle with Spitzoid melanoma. Evan was a South Charleston cross country runner and Little Creek Park was one of his favorite places. This event benefits WV Kids Cancer Crusaders.
*Please consider carpooling to this event as parking at Little Creek is limited*
**This event will have a 200 runner/walker limit for the in-person events**
Registration and Timing
EARLY REGISTRATION _(March 16 to May 1)_
- 5k Trail Run: $25
- Virtual Run: $25
- 2 Mile Walk: $20
REGULAR REGISTRATION _(May 1-May 8)_
_- _5k Trail Run: $30
- Virtual Run: $30
- 2 Mile Walk: $25
_RACEDAY REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE: RUN $40. WALK $30._
SWAG BAGS GUARANTEED TO THE FIRST HUNDRED REGISTERED. FIRST 100 REGISTERED WILL RECIEVE A CUSTOM CUP AND COASTER ALONG WITH OTHER GOODIES! *THANK YOU CITIZEN KANE ARTISTRY, ECHO-LIT, AND PIG TIME CREATIONS!*
_PACKET PICKUP ON RACE DAY: 1 HOUR BEFORE START TIME_
AWARDS- TO BE ANNOUNCED!!!
Runners:
Awards will be given to top 2 overall male and female winners
Age group awards will begin to the top two runners, male and female, in the following age groups:
* 19 and under
* 20 - 29
* 30 - 39
* 40 - 49
* 50 - 59
* 60 - 69
* 70 and over
**There will not be duplicate awards, or virtual awards**
Awards will be given to first 2 walkers to finish
THERE WILL BE RAFFLE ITEMS!!! RAFFLE TICKETS ARE $1 EACH OR 6 FOR $5 OR 12 FOR $10.
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