Samuel F Pearson Memorial Day Event
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Piqua, Ohio
- Price $28.25
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 14th Annual Samuel F. Pearson Memorial Day Event on Saturday, May 23rd, 2026, in the beautiful city of Piqua, Miami! This uplifting event honors the memory of Sam Pearson, a dedicated soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Piqua Education Foundation, providing scholarships to deserving Piqua High School seniors.
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 5k Run/Walk, which kicks off at 8:00 AM. Registration is just $25, with a discounted rate of $20 for groups of five or more. All participants who register by May 8th will receive an event shirt! The scenic 5k course will take you along the picturesque Miami River, starting and finishing on the bike path behind the former Piqua Power Plant. Don’t miss this chance to support local students while enjoying a day of community spirit and fitness! Online registration is available at www.cantstoprunningco.com, and you can also sign up on race day. Let’s make a difference together!
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 5k Run/Walk, which kicks off at 8:00 AM. Registration is just $25, with a discounted rate of $20 for groups of five or more. All participants who register by May 8th will receive an event shirt! The scenic 5k course will take you along the picturesque Miami River, starting and finishing on the bike path behind the former Piqua Power Plant. Don’t miss this chance to support local students while enjoying a day of community spirit and fitness! Online registration is available at www.cantstoprunningco.com, and you can also sign up on race day. Let’s make a difference together!
Organiser's Description
14TH ANNUAL SAMUEL F PEARSON MEMORIAL DAY EVENT
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Event is raising money in honor of Sam Pearson for the Piqua Education Foundation (PEF) for scholarships in his name.
Sam was a soldier in the Army serving our country and paid the ultimate sacrifice fighting for our freedoms. Born and
raised in Piqua, graduating from Piqua High, money raised stays here in Piqua and supports PHS seniors with scholarship
funds towards furthering their education. The number of scholarships has increased year over year as result of the funds raised since this event started.
5k Run/Walk begins at 8:00am
Registration: $25.00
$20 for Groups with 5 or more participants
(Registration includes event shirt if received by 5/08/2026)
Money Raised goes to benefit the Samuel F Pearson Scholarship Fund
Online registration available at www.cantstoprunningco.com or at Cant Stop Running Co.
Packet Pick Up and final race registration available at the race on Saturday morning.
5k Course: Race will start and finish on the bike path behind the former Piqua Power Plant, 123 Bridge St, Piqua, along the Miami River.
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Event is raising money in honor of Sam Pearson for the Piqua Education Foundation (PEF) for scholarships in his name.
Sam was a soldier in the Army serving our country and paid the ultimate sacrifice fighting for our freedoms. Born and
raised in Piqua, graduating from Piqua High, money raised stays here in Piqua and supports PHS seniors with scholarship
funds towards furthering their education. The number of scholarships has increased year over year as result of the funds raised since this event started.
5k Run/Walk begins at 8:00am
Registration: $25.00
$20 for Groups with 5 or more participants
(Registration includes event shirt if received by 5/08/2026)
Money Raised goes to benefit the Samuel F Pearson Scholarship Fund
Online registration available at www.cantstoprunningco.com or at Cant Stop Running Co.
Packet Pick Up and final race registration available at the race on Saturday morning.
5k Course: Race will start and finish on the bike path behind the former Piqua Power Plant, 123 Bridge St, Piqua, along the Miami River.
Races
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Samuel F Pearson Memorial Day Scholarship Event
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$28.25
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