Save A Life Day 5K Walk/Run
Save A Life Day 5K Walk/Run is a running race on September 24, 2026 in Ripley, WV, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $20.
- Date
- September 24, 2026 (87 days to go)
- Location
- 404 Second Avenue, Ripley, WV
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $20
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Bomar advocates for those in recovery from substance use and mental health disorders. We advocate for everyone struggling with these barriers, regardless of their current stage of recovery. Please help us to end the stigma and bring awareness that recovery is possible and sustainable. Please help us bring HOPE to our clients and our community. Be the change you want to see!
Join us in our race against addiction and overdose! We look forward to seeing everyone in our community unite for this great cause, and we strive to make our community a better place. This will be our 3rd Annual Recovery Awareness 5K Run/Walk. Race will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. The cost of the race is $15.00. The start/finish line will be behind the Ripley Tennis Courts by the Elementary School in Ripley, WV. We have a great course that runs through the avenues.
We want to thank our community for always showing up and supporting us. Recovery is significantly impacted by the support of those in the community! Thanks to the CHRIS RHODES MEMORIAL FOUNDATION for always supporting us and being our race sponsor!
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
79°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ripley, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ripley, WV
Population
3,066
as of 2023
City Elevation
604 ft
Nearest Airport
CRW
Yeager Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 104 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Save A Life Day 5K Walk/Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
87
Days to train
- Race
- Save A Life Day 5K Walk/Run
- Date
- September 24, 2026
- Location
- 404 Second Avenue, Ripley, WV
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From Endurance Grid
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Save A Life Day 5K Walk/Run
Sep 24, 2026