From the Organizer
1st Annual Step Up For Recovery 5k Run and Walk
Starts at Middlesboro ARH Parking Lot - 3600 Cumberland Avenue, Middlesboro, KY 40965
Race start time 8:00am & Awards Ceremony 9:15am
Lace up for a cause that matters! The Step Up for Recovery 5K is more than
just a race- it's a fun event to raise awareness about substance use
prevention and recovery in our community. Join us for a run (or walk!) as
we celebrate hope, healing, and second chances. Let's make a difference-
one step at a time!
Medals for awards - Top Overall Male and Female - Top Masters Male and Female - Top 3 age group Male and Female 10 & under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Chip timing by Personal Best Racing www.personalbestracing.com
Enjoy post race snacks and comradery with fellow runners/walkers after the 5k!
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
76°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tazewell, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Middlesboro, KY
Nearest Airport
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 58 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Crater of Hope Presents 5k Run & Walk - Step Up For Recovery, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Crater of Hope Presents 5k Run & Walk - Step Up For Recovery
- Date
- September 26, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Crater of Hope Presents 5k Run & Walk - Step Up For Recovery?
- Crater of Hope Presents 5k Run & Walk - Step Up For Recovery is a running race held in Middlesboro, Kentucky on September 26, 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 Crater of Hope Presents 5k Run & Walk - Step Up For Recovery?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Middlesboro, Kentucky at 3600 Cumberland Avenue. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Crater of Hope Presents 5k Run & Walk - Step Up For Recovery?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Crater of Hope Presents 5k Run & Walk - Step Up For Recovery
Sep 26, 2026