
Forever Friends Memorial Run is a running race on September 20, 2026 in Myerstown, PA, with an entry fee of $22.
From the Organizer
Benefits Eastern Lebanon County High School Student Athletes.
We're excited for the 25th Annual Forever Friends Memorial Run. Remembering and celebrating the lives of Abe Wagner, Brandon Blauch, & Tyler J. Horst. Awarding $500 scholarships to selected participants - quantity based on applicant pool and funding.
REGISTRATION: $22.00 if post-marked by September 11, 2026 includes long sleeved screen printed t-shirt. Registration begins at 11:30am on race day.
NOTE: RACE DAY REGISTRATION - $15.00 (T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE 1st COME, 1st SERVED BASIS ON RACE DAY)
AMENITIES: Time clock at finish and instant results. Refreshments. Door-prizes. Ice Cream Social. Restrooms.
COURSE: 5K Measured On Road / Off Road (and 1 mile course)
PRIZES: RACE/WALK MUST BE COMPLETED IN 54 MINUTES TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS.
Prizes awarded to male/female over-all and three places (one in 70+) in each age/gender category.
Awards ceremony and door-prize drawings at approximately 2:00pm, no mailed awards.
QUESTIONS: Email ffmr5k@yahoo.com or call Allison Wagner at 717-507-1531
Participants may also opt to not receive a long sleeve shirt at a cost of $15.
Connect with us on our 'Forever Friends Memorial Run' Facebook page for race updates.
Weather
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
74°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lebanon 2 W, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
LNS
Lancaster Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 64 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Forever Friends Memorial Run
Sep 20, 2026