HEROES 5K Run - Fun Walk & Pancake Breakfast
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Huntersville, North Carolina
- Price $27.50 - $107.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the HEROES 5K Run and Fun Walk on Saturday, May 16th, 2026, in beautiful Huntersville, Mecklenburg! This exciting event celebrates Armed Forces Day and invites the whole family to participate in either the timed 5K run or the non-timed family walk. Registration and packet pickup begin at 7:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 9:00 AM. After crossing the finish line, participants can enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, with all proceeds supporting PTSD and recreational programs at the W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury, NC. Don’t forget, veterans, active military members, and students can use the coupon code HEROES for a $5 discount! Join us for a day of community spirit, fitness, and fun!
Organiser's Description
_PLEASE JOIN:_
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY UNIT 321 - HUNTERSVILLE
HEROES 5K
RUN - FAMILY FUN WALK & PANCAKE BREAKFAST
SATURDAY, MAY 16TH, 2026 _(ARMED FORCES DAY)_
_VETERANS/ACTIVE MILITARY/STUDENTS - USE COUPON CODE: HEROES TO RECEIVE A $5 DISCOUNT._
7:30AM - REGISTRATIONS AND PACKET PICKUP OPENS (RACE MORNING)
9:00AM - 5K TIMED EVENT & 5K NON-TIMED FAMILY WALK/RUN KICKS OFF. DONATION PANCAKE BREAKFAST OPENS SO YOU CAN ENJOY ONCE YOU FINISH!
10:00AM - AWARDS
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT:
PTSD AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS AT W.G. (BILL) HEFNER VA MEDICAL CENTER IN SALISBURY, NC
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY UNIT 321 - HUNTERSVILLE
HEROES 5K
RUN - FAMILY FUN WALK & PANCAKE BREAKFAST
SATURDAY, MAY 16TH, 2026 _(ARMED FORCES DAY)_
_VETERANS/ACTIVE MILITARY/STUDENTS - USE COUPON CODE: HEROES TO RECEIVE A $5 DISCOUNT._
7:30AM - REGISTRATIONS AND PACKET PICKUP OPENS (RACE MORNING)
9:00AM - 5K TIMED EVENT & 5K NON-TIMED FAMILY WALK/RUN KICKS OFF. DONATION PANCAKE BREAKFAST OPENS SO YOU CAN ENJOY ONCE YOU FINISH!
10:00AM - AWARDS
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT:
PTSD AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS AT W.G. (BILL) HEFNER VA MEDICAL CENTER IN SALISBURY, NC
Races
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5k Timed Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
This event is for all competitive runners who would like to receive a timing chip and a chance at the awards. Make sure you get a bib and timing chip! Veterans/Active Military - Use Coupon Code: HEROES and receive a $5 discount. -
5k Non-Timed Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
This event is for all non competitive runners and family walkers. No bib, no time. Just supporting the cause! We thank you! Veterans/Active Military - Use Coupon Code: HEROES and receive a $5 discount. -
Phantom Runner
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Can't make the race but would like to support the cause - this is your division! Thank you! -
Defender Sponsorship Runner (Inc. Name on Banner)
Incl. $7.00 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$107.00
This event is for all runners and walkers. You will receive a timing chip. Includes your name on the event banner and special thanks from all of our Veterans and active military. Veterans/Active Military - Use Coupon Code: HEROES and receive a $5 discount.
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