Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk
- Date
- August 16, 2026
- Distance
- Shawn Giles Memorial 5k · Shawn Giles Memorial 1 mile fun walk
From the Organizer
On August 20, 2023, our community lost a hero.
Today, you can run or walk in his honor.
Every mile you complete — and every dollar raised — supports the Shawn Giles Memorial Fund, created to continue the legacy of Volunteer Firefighter Shawn Giles, a man defined by service, sacrifice, and heart.
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
81°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westfield 2 Sse, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About North East, PA
Elevation
882 ft
Nearest Airport
ERI
Erie International Tom Ridge Field · 19 mi
Major Hub
BUF
Buffalo Niagara International Airport · 76 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
69
Days to train
- Race
- Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk
- Date
- August 16, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near North East, PA
Liberty 10k
10K
6 miles away
Findley Lake Annual Run Around the Lake
7 miles away
O'Neal Memorial Cherry Festival 5k Run/Walk
5K
Less than a mile away
Presque Isle Half Marathon
Half Marathon
13 miles away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk?
- Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk is a running race held in North East, Pennsylvania on August 16, 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 Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk?
- Sunday, August 16, 2026 in North East, Pennsylvania at Gravel Pit Park, Pavilion ?, North East, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk
Aug 16, 2026