Orlando Josiah Memorial 5k
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Orlando Josiah Memorial 5k
The Orlando Josiah Memorial 5k is an annual community 5k walk and run held in Horseheads, New York at Thorne Street Park on 06/27/2026. The event honors the life of Orlando Josiah Vargas and raises funds to establish a scholarship for a graduate of the Horseheads School District.
Events offered include:
- 5k Run / Walk (3.1 miles)
- Kids Fun Run (not timed)
- Virtual 5k option
Registration opens 02/22/2026 and closes 04/30/2026. Published entry fees are $35.00 for the 5k and virtual 5k, and $10.00 for the Kids Fun Run. The event list includes awards and finisher recognition: cash prizes of $100 to the first place overall male and female winners age 20 and older, and $50 to the first place overall youth male and female winners age 19 and younger. Medals are awarded to the top 175 finishers.
The description of the event emphasizes community participation and the fundraising purpose to create a scholarship in Orlando Josiah’s name. The format accommodates both in-person and virtual participation and includes a separate, untimed children's run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
