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. You entry includes all access to the 3rd Annual First Responder Ribfest. It's the experience of the summer. Scroll down to learn more! We look forward to seeing you at the start line on September 5th!
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
80°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mtn City 2, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mountain City, TN
Elevation
2,861 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 33 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 99 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hometown Heroes 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
89
Days to train
- Race
- Hometown Heroes 5k
- Date
- September 5, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hometown Heroes 5k?
- Hometown Heroes 5k is a running race held in Mountain City, Tennessee on September 5, 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 Hometown Heroes 5k?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Mountain City, Tennessee at 1203 Harbin Hill Rd, Mountain City, TN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hometown Heroes 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hometown Heroes 5k
Sep 5, 2026