Kicks4Kids 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- Point Park, Parkersburg, WV
- Distance
- RRCA State Championship Kicks4Kids Run · Kicks4Kids 5K Walk
From the Organizer
The race was started in 2011 by a local firefighter, Andy Nestor to provide free athletic shoes to local students in need. The success of the program was overwhelming. River City Runners and Walkers Club coordinate with local school nurses to identify children in need of quality athletic shoes but financially unable to get the shoes. The program is 100% free.
Our mission is to motivate children to get outside and move, maybe join a sports team or just run and play. We hope to change the image of West Virginia from an unhealthy, sedentary lifestyle to an active, healthy culture starting with our future - the children of WV and surrounding areas.
To date RCRW have given out hundreds of athletic shoes since 2011.
Help us continue this amazing program by supporting the K4K night race this year!
Special thanks to our sponsors: WV Central Credit Union, Premier Dental, McDonough Foundation, Harry Deitzler
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
87°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Parkersburg, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Parkersburg, WV
Nearest Airport
PKB
Mid Ohio Valley Regional Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 90 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Kicks4Kids 5K Run/Walk?
- Kicks4Kids 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Parkersburg, West Virginia on July 11, 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 Kicks4Kids 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Parkersburg, West Virginia at Point Park, Parkersburg, WV. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Kicks4Kids 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Kicks4Kids 5K Run/Walk
Jul 11, 2026