Run For Recovery 5K Run
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Run For Recovery 5K Run
The Run For Recovery takes place on July 18, 2026 at 107 Jefferson Street, Fairmont, West Virginia. The event offers multiple participation options with measured distances and a virtual alternative.
Distances include:
- 5K 3.1 miles, chip timed
- 2K 1.2 miles, walk or run
- Virtual 5K 3.1 miles, run or walk anywhere
Registration opens January 21, 2026. In-person registration closes May 26, 2026 and the in-person fee is $30. Virtual registration closes July 4, 2026 and the virtual fee is $40; virtual participants will receive a mailed event shirt.
Proceeds benefit the Union Rescue Mission. The event description notes support for feeding people, providing shelter, and assisting those affected by addiction. The program lists options for runners, walkers, and families and includes both on-site and remote participation choices.
The presentation of the event emphasizes community involvement and charitable support rather than competitive rankings, with the 5K provided as a chip timed option and the 2K offered as a walk or run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
