Shriners 5K

  • Date Wed 1st October 2025 - Sat 1st November 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Fairmont, West Virginia
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Shriners 5K taking place on November 1, 2025, in the heart of Fairmont, Marion County, West Virginia! This vibrant event is part of the Marion County Race Series and is dedicated to supporting the incredible work of the Osiris Shriners, who have been making a positive impact in the community for over a century. Participants can look forward to an exhilarating 5K run that combines a challenging course with a scenic route through East Side Fairmont, featuring a water stop around mile 2 to keep everyone energized.

Not a runner? No worries! Everyone is welcome to join in the fun with a 1-mile walk option, and for those unable to attend in person, there’s a virtual option available. All participants will receive a participation medal, with the first 150 registrants before October 16 also getting a stylish tee shirt! Plus, top finishers in various categories will be recognized with special medals. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of camaraderie, exercise, and support for a great cause at the Shriners 5K!

Organiser's Description

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us for the newest race in the Marion County Race Series! On November 1st, we're hitting the streets of East Side Fairmont, WV, for a fun run that'll have you feeling good from start to finish. It's all about supporting the amazing work of Osiris Shriners!

Osiris Shriners was founded over a century ago in Wheeling, WV, and supports the northern region of West Virginia. Osiris Shriners promote friendship and brotherhood and support the worlds greatest philanthropy - Shriners Children's. For more information about Osiris Shriners and their charitable work, please visit http://osirisshrinecenter.org.

This course is fast, but don't be fooledit's challenging enough to give you a great workout! We'll have a water stop around mile 2 to keep you hydrated and energized. Not a runner? No problem! We've got a 1-MILE WALK OPTION so everyone can join in the fun and support a great cause.

Can't make it to Fairmont? That's okay, too! Just sign up for the VIRTUAL OPTION!

All participants will receive a participation medal, registrants prior to October 16 will receive a tee shirt as well, and top-3 in-person race participants will receive medals (Categories: Overall Male and Female; Overall 15 and Under).

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The course will begin at the tunnel trail entrance and immediately turn right onto Morgantown Avenue with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain within the first half mile. It will then turn right onto Sunset Boulevard and immediately right again onto Speedway Avenue. After approximately 1 mile, runners will turn right onto East Park Avenue and right again onto Indiana Avenue by Price Cutters. Following Indiana Avenue until the end, you will make your last turn back onto Morgantown Avenue with a breezy 80 foot elevation decline to the finish line.

Our start and finish is located near the MCPARC Meredith Tunnel trailhead in Fairmont (NOT PRICKETTS FORT!) You will access parking and registration near the intersection of Morgantown Avenue and Winfield Street. Use 1801 Morgantown Avenue, Fairmont, WV 26554 to navigate to our event.

Races

  • Shriners 5K

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

  • Shriners 5k (Virtual Option)

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    $32.80

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Marion County Trail, Fairmont, 26554, WV, United States

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