We Can Be Heroes 5K
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 9:15AM EDT
- Location Montgomery, New York
- Price Free - $33.63
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the celebration of everyday heroes at the 9th Annual We Can Be Heroes 5K and Kids Fun Run! This exciting event will take place on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the picturesque Orange County Airport in Montgomery, NY. The day will kick off with a 5K Walk at 9:15 AM, followed by a fast-paced 5K Run at 9:30 AM, and a fun-filled quarter-mile Kids Fun Run at 10:30 AM. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to join in the festivities, as the flat and fun course promises to be a great opportunity to achieve your personal best!
This year, participants are encouraged to embrace their inner superhero by dressing up as their favorite character or personal hero, with a chance to win prizes for the best costumes. All proceeds from the event will benefit FEARLESS! Hudson Valley, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing vital support for victims and survivors of abuse and violence. With over 175 registrations already, this event is sure to be a memorable experience filled with community spirit and purpose. Don’t miss out on the chance to support a worthy cause while enjoying a day of fun and
This year, participants are encouraged to embrace their inner superhero by dressing up as their favorite character or personal hero, with a chance to win prizes for the best costumes. All proceeds from the event will benefit FEARLESS! Hudson Valley, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing vital support for victims and survivors of abuse and violence. With over 175 registrations already, this event is sure to be a memorable experience filled with community spirit and purpose. Don’t miss out on the chance to support a worthy cause while enjoying a day of fun and
Organiser's Description
[We Can Be Heroes 5K and Kids Fun Run]
Join FEARLESS! in celebrating everyday heroes at our 9th Annual
WE CAN BE HEROES 5K & KIDS FUN RUN
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Orange County Airport, Montgomery, NY [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Orange+County+Airport/@41.5143719,-74.2610389,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x89dcd5ad33737a19:0xb8bfd65cd7d29c7!8m2!3d41.5143719!4d-74.2588502]
ABOUT THE RACE
We will kick off the day at 9:15 AM with our 5K Walk, followed by the 5K Run at 9:30 AM and the free quarter-mile Kids Fun Run at 10:30 AM. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome!
This course is flat, fun, and fast, so be prepared to beat your personal best. 5K AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE TOP FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP.
Weve reached 175 registrations, and all complimentary race shirts have been claimed!
Still want a 2026 We Can Be Heroes 5K race shirt? Shirts will be available for $25 each and can be purchased in advance through RunSignup or on race day with cash or card, while supplies last.
_Packet pick-up begins at 8:15 AM with light refreshments._
Become a Sponsor [https://www.fearlesshv.org/file_download/inline/80c71ed2-cc09-4551-968c-b57f8c19c067]
RUNNING FOR A CAUSE
All proceeds benefit FEARLESS! HUDSON VALLEY, the only private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Orange and Sullivan Counties providing free and confidential services for victims and survivors of abuse and violence.
Our mission is to build an informed, just, and accountable society where all people can experience supportive and safe relationships free from abuse, exploitation, and oppression. We advance this mission through education, prevention, advocacy, shelter, and comprehensive services for survivors of interpersonal violence, human trafficking, sexual violence, and other forms of crime victimization.
[We Can Be Heroes 5K event]
Download the 2026 We Can Be Heroes 5K Flyer [https://www.fearlesshv.org/file_download/85501c64-4807-4086-b9e2-359928b6e8cc]
GET IN THE SPIRIT!
Were big believers in everyday heroes and encourage you to be the hero of your own story. Dress as your favorite SUPERHERO, PERSONAL HERO, or EVERYONES HERO. The sky is the limit!
All participants in costume will be entered to win a prize.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Kristen, Marketing Coordinator, to create a team or ask about group pricing.
Contact Nafie, Prevention, Education, and Training Program Manager, to learn more about our no-cost training opportunities.
[We Can Be Heroes 5K]
Race Committee Members
David Goggins
Jacki Murray
Lisa Daily
Spero Chumas
Terry Murray
Fearless! Hudson Valley Staff
Kellyann Kostyal-Larrier, Executive Director
Sarita Green, Associate Director
Rosemary Schwartzberg, Executive Administrator
Kristen Carballo, Marketing Coordinator
VIEW PREVIOUS RACE RESULTS
2025 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/1119402/Results] | 2024 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/1094567/Results] | 2023 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/1064008/Course/2411844/Results] | 2022 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/1033478/Results] | 2021 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/989029/Results] | 2020 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/914697/Results] | 2019 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/851931/Results]
Join FEARLESS! in celebrating everyday heroes at our 9th Annual
WE CAN BE HEROES 5K & KIDS FUN RUN
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Orange County Airport, Montgomery, NY [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Orange+County+Airport/@41.5143719,-74.2610389,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x89dcd5ad33737a19:0xb8bfd65cd7d29c7!8m2!3d41.5143719!4d-74.2588502]
ABOUT THE RACE
We will kick off the day at 9:15 AM with our 5K Walk, followed by the 5K Run at 9:30 AM and the free quarter-mile Kids Fun Run at 10:30 AM. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome!
This course is flat, fun, and fast, so be prepared to beat your personal best. 5K AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE TOP FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP.
Weve reached 175 registrations, and all complimentary race shirts have been claimed!
Still want a 2026 We Can Be Heroes 5K race shirt? Shirts will be available for $25 each and can be purchased in advance through RunSignup or on race day with cash or card, while supplies last.
_Packet pick-up begins at 8:15 AM with light refreshments._
Become a Sponsor [https://www.fearlesshv.org/file_download/inline/80c71ed2-cc09-4551-968c-b57f8c19c067]
RUNNING FOR A CAUSE
All proceeds benefit FEARLESS! HUDSON VALLEY, the only private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Orange and Sullivan Counties providing free and confidential services for victims and survivors of abuse and violence.
Our mission is to build an informed, just, and accountable society where all people can experience supportive and safe relationships free from abuse, exploitation, and oppression. We advance this mission through education, prevention, advocacy, shelter, and comprehensive services for survivors of interpersonal violence, human trafficking, sexual violence, and other forms of crime victimization.
[We Can Be Heroes 5K event]
Download the 2026 We Can Be Heroes 5K Flyer [https://www.fearlesshv.org/file_download/85501c64-4807-4086-b9e2-359928b6e8cc]
GET IN THE SPIRIT!
Were big believers in everyday heroes and encourage you to be the hero of your own story. Dress as your favorite SUPERHERO, PERSONAL HERO, or EVERYONES HERO. The sky is the limit!
All participants in costume will be entered to win a prize.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Kristen, Marketing Coordinator, to create a team or ask about group pricing.
Contact Nafie, Prevention, Education, and Training Program Manager, to learn more about our no-cost training opportunities.
[We Can Be Heroes 5K]
Race Committee Members
David Goggins
Jacki Murray
Lisa Daily
Spero Chumas
Terry Murray
Fearless! Hudson Valley Staff
Kellyann Kostyal-Larrier, Executive Director
Sarita Green, Associate Director
Rosemary Schwartzberg, Executive Administrator
Kristen Carballo, Marketing Coordinator
VIEW PREVIOUS RACE RESULTS
2025 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/1119402/Results] | 2024 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/1094567/Results] | 2023 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/1064008/Course/2411844/Results] | 2022 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/1033478/Results] | 2021 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/989029/Results] | 2020 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/914697/Results] | 2019 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/313015/results/Event/851931/Results]
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