Hometown Heroes 5k
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Lace up your sneakers and get ready for the 1st Annual Hometown Heroes 5K Run/Walk road race! Every dollar raised from the 5K goes directly to the Elk Mills-Poga Volunteer Fire Department to support our local heroes. Every participant will receive an official race t-shirt, full entry into the 3rd Annual First Responder Ribfest immediately following the race, and a delicious BBQ lunch to refuel after crossing the finish line. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a fantastic race and the biggest barbecue festival in the region. We look forward to seeing you at the start line on September 5th!
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About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hometown Heroes 5k?
- Hometown Heroes 5k is a running event held in Mountain City, TN. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Hometown Heroes 5k?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Mountain City, TN at 1203 Harbin Hill Rd, Mountain City, TN. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hometown Heroes 5k?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Hometown Heroes 5k
Sep 5, 2026