Blue Star Mothers of NEPA Hero 5K Run/Walk - 10th Anniversary!
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $20
From the Organizer
YOU MUST BE REGISTERED BY OCTOBER 30th TO GUARANTEE A FREE T-SHIRT!!!
The Race will begin at the Tunkhannock Little League fields on Sunnyside Road and continues through the Iroquois Trail
Race Day Schedule: Saturday November 7, 2026
8:00 am - 9:45 am Packet Pickup, Onsite registration, DJ and basket raffle
9:45am - Brief ceremony & raising of the flag while National Anthem is sung
9:50 am - 9:55 am Race Instructions and Runners to starting line
10:00 am Race Start
11:00 am - 12:00 pm DJ, Raffle Drawing, and awards
Blue Star Mothers of NEPA is a chapter of The Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. which is a non-partisan, non-political, non-sectarian organization. We do not support any political candidate nor do we endorse any religious organization. The military represents all aspects of America as does our organization. Links to our website do not represent an endorsement. We are a 501(c)3 Organization
Organizational Overview
We are mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, foster mothers and female legal guardians who have children serving in the military, guard or reserves, or children who are veterans. We support each other and our children while promoting patriotism. Our organization focuses on our mission every single day and will never, ever, forsake our troops, our veterans or the families of our Fallen Heroes.
We have over 6,000 members from over 200 Chapters throughout the nation. Our members are extremely active and have accomplished the following in the fiscal year ending August 31, 2012:
Received
$3,031,664.68 in cash donations
$591,809.86 in in-kind donations
Spent
over $2,600,582.25 (including more than $1 million in postage)
For
74,123 care packages sent to members of the Armed Forces, giving more than 250,000 military personnel a little bit of love from home
137,654 letters sent to members of the Armed Forces
9,439 veterans events throughout the year
287 events honoring Gold Star Mothers
2,800 cards honoring Gold Star families
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
55°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wilkes-Barre Intl Ap, 18 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Tunkhannock, PA
Population
1,665
as of 2023
City Elevation
616 ft
Nearest Airport
AVP
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 109 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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- Race
- Blue Star Mothers of NEPA Hero 5K Run/Walk - 10th Anniversary!
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Blue Star Mothers of NEPA Hero 5K Run/Walk - 10th Anniversary!?
- Blue Star Mothers of NEPA Hero 5K Run/Walk - 10th Anniversary! is a running race held in Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania on November 7, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Blue Star Mothers of NEPA Hero 5K Run/Walk - 10th Anniversary!?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania at 6 Sunnyside Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Blue Star Mothers of NEPA Hero 5K Run/Walk - 10th Anniversary!?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Blue Star Mothers of NEPA Hero 5K Run/Walk - 10th Anniversary!
Nov 7, 2026