Mark Dearing Memorial 5K
- Date Sun 14th September 2025
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Navarre, Ohio
- Price $13.75 - $39.95
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Mark Dearing Memorial 5K on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in the picturesque setting of Navarre, Stark County! This uplifting event pays tribute to the late Mark Dearing, a beloved former Bethlehem Township Trustee who bravely fought cancer until December 2023. The race will take place on the scenic Stark Parks Towpath Trail, making it a perfect backdrop for both seasoned runners and families alike.
Get ready for a day filled with community spirit, as all proceeds from this meaningful event will support the Erie Valley Fire Department and the Navarre Bethlehem Park Board. The schedule kicks off at 7:30 AM with packet pickup, followed by a fun-filled 100 Yards Kid's Fun Run at 8:45 AM, and the main 5K run/walk starting at 9:00 AM. Stick around for the awards ceremony at 10:00 AM and enjoy an after-party at Navarre Bethlehem Park’s closed pavilion at 10:30 AM! Don’t miss your chance to grab an event t-shirt—available in youth and adult sizes—but remember, to guarantee your shirt, register by August 31st! Celebrate community, fitness, and honor a remarkable individual at the
Get ready for a day filled with community spirit, as all proceeds from this meaningful event will support the Erie Valley Fire Department and the Navarre Bethlehem Park Board. The schedule kicks off at 7:30 AM with packet pickup, followed by a fun-filled 100 Yards Kid's Fun Run at 8:45 AM, and the main 5K run/walk starting at 9:00 AM. Stick around for the awards ceremony at 10:00 AM and enjoy an after-party at Navarre Bethlehem Park’s closed pavilion at 10:30 AM! Don’t miss your chance to grab an event t-shirt—available in youth and adult sizes—but remember, to guarantee your shirt, register by August 31st! Celebrate community, fitness, and honor a remarkable individual at the
Organiser's Description
Join us to honor former Bethlehem Township Trustee, Mark Dearing, who lost his battle to cancer December 2023. Located in West Stark County in Navarre/Bethehem Township on the Stark Parks Towpath Trail!
In memory of Mark and his family, the Bethlehem Township Trustees and the Navarre Bethlehem Park Board are honoring him through this 5K with all profits going back to Erie Valley Fire Department and The Navarre Bethemaem Park Board.
SHIRTS:
We offer Youth Small to Large, Adults Small to 2X-Large, & no shirt option for $5 discount. THERE IS NO GUARANTEE FOR A T-SHIRT AFTER AUGUST 31ST, LIMITED SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE CUTOFF DATE!
SCHEDULE:
7:30 AM - Packet Pickup
8:45 AM - 100 Yards Kid's Fun Run Begins
9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins
10:00 AM - Awards Ceremony
10:30 AM - After Party at Navarre Bethemaem Park at closed pavilon
AWARDS:
Top 1 - Overall Female & Male
Top 3 - Female & Male in the following age groups 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+
In memory of Mark and his family, the Bethlehem Township Trustees and the Navarre Bethlehem Park Board are honoring him through this 5K with all profits going back to Erie Valley Fire Department and The Navarre Bethemaem Park Board.
SHIRTS:
We offer Youth Small to Large, Adults Small to 2X-Large, & no shirt option for $5 discount. THERE IS NO GUARANTEE FOR A T-SHIRT AFTER AUGUST 31ST, LIMITED SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE CUTOFF DATE!
SCHEDULE:
7:30 AM - Packet Pickup
8:45 AM - 100 Yards Kid's Fun Run Begins
9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins
10:00 AM - Awards Ceremony
10:30 AM - After Party at Navarre Bethemaem Park at closed pavilon
AWARDS:
Top 1 - Overall Female & Male
Top 3 - Female & Male in the following age groups 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+
Mark Dearing Memorial 5K
