Veterans Memorial Day 5K
- Date Mon 26th May 2025
- Time 9:28AM EST
- Location Camillus, New York
- Price $25.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Veterans Memorial Day 5K on Monday, May 26, 2025, in the charming town of Camillus, Onondaga! This exciting point-to-point race promises to be a memorable experience as you’ll be cheered on by 15,000 enthusiastic parade spectators along the route. You'll be running on a historic path, tracing the same route that the 1996 Olympic Torch took on its way to Atlanta. The final kilometer takes you along the scenic Camillus Erie Canal Trail, culminating at the historic Sims Store.
The certified course (NY-07039JG) ensures a fair and fun race for all participants. The first 450 runners will receive a custom-designed hi-tech sublimated shirt, and every finisher will be greeted with a commemorative American flag pin and delicious refreshments, including donuts! Special pricing for participants under 18 offers a $5.00 discount, making this event accessible for families. Make sure to plan your parking and packet pick-up accordingly, as the start line is just a mile from the finish line. Don’t miss out on this wonderful celebration of community, fitness, and patriotism!
The certified course (NY-07039JG) ensures a fair and fun race for all participants. The first 450 runners will receive a custom-designed hi-tech sublimated shirt, and every finisher will be greeted with a commemorative American flag pin and delicious refreshments, including donuts! Special pricing for participants under 18 offers a $5.00 discount, making this event accessible for families. Make sure to plan your parking and packet pick-up accordingly, as the start line is just a mile from the finish line. Don’t miss out on this wonderful celebration of community, fitness, and patriotism!
Organiser's Description
Point-to-point race where 15,000 parade spectators cheer you on at the start of the Memorial Day parade/race course! Run along the same route the 1996 Olympic Torch followed on the way to Atlanta and enter the last kilometer along the historic Camillus Erie Canal Trail finishing at the historic Sims Store. CERTIFIED course (NY-07039JG).
Custom-designed hi-tech sublimated shirt guaranteed to first 450 runners and free runner refreshments (yes, we will have donuts!) immediately after you finish.
SPECIAL PRICING for under 18 years of age: $5.00 discount will be applied at checkout.
SPECIAL RACE DAY PARKING INFO: This is a point-to-point race. Plan your packet pick-up and parking accordingly. It is 1 mile from the Village to the Finish Line. Suggest parking along Newport Road, Van Alstine Road and DeVoe Road, where it will be a short warm-up jog to the start line.
Race Day Schedule: Monday, May 26, 2025
7:30am - 9 Registration (online ONLY) and Packet Pick-Up at Camillus Senior Center on First Street
9 Race Start on West Genesee St in the Village of Camillus (first block west of West Genesee St and Newport Rd)
Immediately upon Finish the top 2 male and female runners will be awarded and EVERY runner will receive our commemorative American flag pin as they cross the finish line. Grab a DONUT to celebrate your run!
ALL premium items will be available ONLY through Race Day; NO EXCEPTIONS.
Please note: No baby strollers, pets or music devices with or without headphones will be allowed. The Erie Canal Towpath is narrow and runner safety is always our first concern.
Custom-designed hi-tech sublimated shirt guaranteed to first 450 runners and free runner refreshments (yes, we will have donuts!) immediately after you finish.
SPECIAL PRICING for under 18 years of age: $5.00 discount will be applied at checkout.
SPECIAL RACE DAY PARKING INFO: This is a point-to-point race. Plan your packet pick-up and parking accordingly. It is 1 mile from the Village to the Finish Line. Suggest parking along Newport Road, Van Alstine Road and DeVoe Road, where it will be a short warm-up jog to the start line.
Race Day Schedule: Monday, May 26, 2025
7:30am - 9 Registration (online ONLY) and Packet Pick-Up at Camillus Senior Center on First Street
9 Race Start on West Genesee St in the Village of Camillus (first block west of West Genesee St and Newport Rd)
Immediately upon Finish the top 2 male and female runners will be awarded and EVERY runner will receive our commemorative American flag pin as they cross the finish line. Grab a DONUT to celebrate your run!
ALL premium items will be available ONLY through Race Day; NO EXCEPTIONS.
Please note: No baby strollers, pets or music devices with or without headphones will be allowed. The Erie Canal Towpath is narrow and runner safety is always our first concern.
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