Hunter's Heroes Memorial Run 5K
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk · Virtual 5K
From the Organizer
8:00 am - 1 Mile (10 under), 8:30 am - 5K. The races will start and end at Clawson-Burnley Park on the Greenway Trail in Boone. Proceeds benefit those that gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our community and also to embrace the loved ones that lost someone too soon. The Hunter's Heroes group welcomes participation from our entire community. We honor officers and military personnel of their service to North Carolina and to the United States of America. The 2026 race honors Brittany Berry & family.
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
73°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Boone 1 Se, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Boone, NC
Population
19,534
as of 2023
Elevation
3,265 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 45 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 80 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hunter's Heroes Memorial Run 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
- Race
- Hunter's Heroes Memorial Run 5K
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hunter's Heroes Memorial Run 5K?
- Hunter's Heroes Memorial Run 5K is a running race held in Boone, North Carolina on September 12, 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 Hunter's Heroes Memorial Run 5K?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Boone, North Carolina at 355 Martin Luther King Jr. St., Boone, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hunter's Heroes Memorial Run 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hunter's Heroes Memorial Run 5K
Sep 12, 2026