
From the Organizer
The Joshua Druke Memorial 5K is a fundraiser for The Joshua Druke Foundation.
Check-in is open from 8:30-9:45.
Race begins at 10:00.
Same-Day registration is available up until 9:45.
The race will run through the village of Walpole, starting and ending at Whitcomb Recreation Center. Parking is available at the Walpole Elementary School and at the Hubbard Farms building.
Age categories for prizes are 6 & under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, and 16+ (Adult), and 60+ (senior).
Participants will continue with activities down by the basketball courts, including games and entertainment. There will be food trucks operating independently at the event.
PRICES:
$30 for Adults (18+)
$20 for Under 18
$100 for a family of 4+
*REGISTER BY AUGUST 1st FOR GUARANTEED TSHIRT SIZE AND ENTRY TO WIN A SWEATSHIRT*
Race Map:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5068699960
Events
Weather
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
71°
Typical Low
48°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Walpole 2s Nepp, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
712 ft
Nearest Airport
LEB
Lebanon Municipal Airport · 38 mi
Major Hub
ALB
Albany International Airport · 74 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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The Josh Druke Memorial 5K
Sep 19, 2026