Shriners 5K
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Distance
- Shriners 5K · Shriners 5k (Virtual Option)
From the Organizer
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us for the newest race in the Marion County Race Series! On October 3rd, we're hitting the streets of East Side Fairmont, WV, for a fun run that'll have you feeling good from start to finish. It's all about supporting the amazing work of Osiris Shriners!
Osiris Shriners was founded over a century ago in Wheeling, WV, and supports the northern region of West Virginia. Osiris Shriners promote friendship and brotherhood and support the world’s greatest philanthropy - Shriners Children's. For more information about Osiris Shriners and their charitable work, please visit http://osirisshrinecenter.org.
This course is fast, but don't be fooled—it's challenging enough to give you a great workout! We'll have a water stop around mile 2 to keep you hydrated and energized. Not a runner? No problem! We've got a 1-mile walk option so everyone can join in the fun and support a great cause.
Can't make it to Fairmont? That's okay, too! Just sign up for the virtual option!
All participants will receive a participation medal, registrants prior to September 15th will receive a tee shirt as well, and top-3 in-person race participants will receive medals (Categories: Overall Male and Female; Overall 15 and Under).
Course Description:
The course will begin at the tunnel trail entrance and immediately turn right onto Morgantown Avenue with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain within the first half mile. It will then turn right onto Sunset Boulevard and immediately right again onto Speedway Avenue. After approximately 1 mile, runners will turn right onto East Park Avenue and right again onto Indiana Avenue by Price Cutters. Following Indiana Avenue until the end, you will make your last turn back onto Morgantown Avenue with a breezy 80 foot elevation decline to the finish line.
Our start and finish is located near the MCPARC Meredith Tunnel trailhead in Fairmont (NOT PRICKETTS FORT!) You will access parking and registration near the intersection of Morgantown Avenue and Winfield Street. Use 1801 Morgantown Avenue, Fairmont, WV 26554 to navigate to our event.
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
70°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fairmont, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fairmont, WV
Elevation
1,166 ft
Nearest Airport
CKB
North Central West Virginia Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 68 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Shriners 5K?
- Shriners 5K is a running race held in Fairmont, West Virginia on October 3, 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 Shriners 5K?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Fairmont, West Virginia at Marion County Trail, Fairmont, WV. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Shriners 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Shriners 5K
Oct 3, 2026