Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk
- Date Sun 16th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location North East, Pennsylvania
- Price $20.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the Shawn Giles Memorial 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk on Sunday, August 16, 2026, in North East, Erie. This uplifting event honors the legacy of Volunteer Firefighter Shawn Giles, a true hero who dedicated his life to service and sacrifice. Participants can choose to challenge themselves in the 5K run or enjoy a leisurely stroll in the 1-mile fun walk, making it a perfect day for families and community members alike.
Every step taken and every dollar raised will support the Shawn Giles Memorial Fund, ensuring that his spirit lives on through initiatives that reflect his commitment to helping others. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day of community, remembrance, and celebration, as we come together to honor a remarkable individual and continue his legacy of heart and service. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day!
Every step taken and every dollar raised will support the Shawn Giles Memorial Fund, ensuring that his spirit lives on through initiatives that reflect his commitment to helping others. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day of community, remembrance, and celebration, as we come together to honor a remarkable individual and continue his legacy of heart and service. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day!
Organiser's Description
On August 20, 2023, our community lost a hero.
Today, you can run or walk in his honor.
Every mile you complete and every dollar raised supports the Shawn Giles Memorial Fund, created to continue the legacy of Volunteer Firefighter Shawn Giles, a man defined by service, sacrifice, and heart.
Today, you can run or walk in his honor.
Every mile you complete and every dollar raised supports the Shawn Giles Memorial Fund, created to continue the legacy of Volunteer Firefighter Shawn Giles, a man defined by service, sacrifice, and heart.
Races
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Shawn Giles Memorial 5k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 16th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$20.00
This is a 3.1 mile out and back course starting at Gravel pit park exiting onto Parmenter Road to Cemetery Road and back. -
Shawn Giles Memorial 1 Mile Fun Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 16th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$20.00
This is a flat 2 loop paved course around the Gravel pit park road.
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Location
Gravel Pit Park, Pavilion ?, 10300 West Main Street, North East, 16428, PA, United States
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