Max 5K

APR
26
2026
Join this community 5K in Charleston to support scholarships for local high school seniors while honoring a meaningful legacy. Enjoy a post-race gathering with special recognition for top finishers at a nearby local brewery.
Sun 26 Apr 2026
5 kilometers

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Max 5K

The Max Arco Mastromichalis Foundation 5K is a community-centered race held in Charleston, West Virginia. This athletic event serves as a memorial fundraiser to honor the legacy of Max Arco Mastromichalis. Proceeds from the race are used to provide scholarships for graduating seniors at George Washington High School.

The event features a single distance:

  • 5K

Packet pickup is available the evening before the race at the George Washington High School parking lot on Tennis Club Road. On the morning of the event, secondary check-in takes place at Slack Plaza. The race course or assembly area is located near 177 Summers Street.

Following the run, a local establishment, Fife Street Brewing, serves as a gathering point for participants. The brewery offers a specific menu item named in honor of the foundation, with a portion of those proceeds contributing to the scholarship fund. Recognition is provided for top finishers, with first, second, and third place runners over the age of 21 receiving a complimentary beverage after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run