First Responders 5K
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First Responders 5K
The First Responders 5K takes place on September 4, 2026 at Webster Fireman's Exempt Field, 1193-1207 Ridge Rd, Webster, NY. The event recognizes the service of police officers, firefighters, EMTs, 911 operators and their families, and aims to raise awareness of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder among first responders. A portion of race proceeds and 100% of additional donations will be given to the FRST Agency to support awareness, assets, services, and assistance for first responders dealing with PTSD.
Registration is managed in advance; there is no day-of registration and online registration is open until 1:00 PM on Friday, September 4, 2026. Registrants acknowledge that the date, time, location, or distance may be changed, switched to virtual, or canceled, and that refunds, transfers, or deferrals are not allowed unless otherwise stated.
Included with registration are a short-sleeve unisex t-shirt (guaranteed for registrations by August 16), an event bib, professional electronic RFID timing, online results, and post-race food and drink. Packet pickup is available Thursday, September 3 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Fleet Feet at The Armory, and at the race site during the pre-race pickup window. A USATF certified course map and race timing details are provided by the organizers. Awards include age group prizes, top overall cash prizes, an award for fastest in full uniform, and a prize for the fastest first responder department; team scoring uses the combined top three times per department and department teams must register under active first responder pricing to be scored. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
