We Can Be Heroes 5K
We Can Be Heroes 5K is a running race on October 25, 2026 in Montgomery, NY, with an entry fee of $20.
- Date
- October 25, 2026 (94 days to go)
- Price
- $20
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join FEARLESS! in celebrating everyday heroes at our 9th Annual
We Can Be Heroes 5K & Kids Fun RunSunday, October 25, 2026
Orange County Airport, Montgomery, NY
About the Race
We will kick off the day at 9:15 AM with our 5K Walk, followed by the 5K Run at 9:30 AM and the free quarter-mile Kids Fun Run at 10:30 AM. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome!
This course is flat, fun, and fast, so be prepared to beat your personal best. 5K awards will be presented to the top finishers in each age group.
Complimentary race shirts are guaranteed for the first 175 registered participants.
Participants who register after October 5 may not receive their selected shirt size, but we will do our best to accommodate all requests.
Packet pick-up begins at 8:30 AM with light refreshments.
Running for a Cause
All proceeds benefit Fearless! Hudson Valley, the only private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Orange and Sullivan Counties providing free and confidential services for victims and survivors of abuse and violence.
Our mission is to build an informed, just, and accountable society where all people can experience supportive and safe relationships free from abuse, exploitation, and oppression. We advance this mission through education, prevention, advocacy, shelter, and comprehensive services for survivors of interpersonal violence, human trafficking, sexual violence, and other forms of crime victimization.
Download the 2026 We Can Be Heroes 5K Flyer
Get in the Spirit!
We’re big believers in everyday heroes and encourage you to be the hero of your own story. Dress as your favorite superhero, personal hero, or everyone’s hero. The sky is the limit!
All participants in costume will be entered to win a prize.
Questions?
Contact Kristen, Marketing Coordinator, to create a team or ask about group pricing.
Contact Nafie, Prevention, Education, and Training Program Manager, to learn more about our no-cost training opportunities.
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Race Committee Members David Goggins Fearless! Hudson Valley Staff Kellyann Kostyal-Larrier, Executive Director |
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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
59°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Montgomery Orange Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Montgomery, NY
City Elevation
376 ft
Nearest Airport
SWF
New York Stewart International Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 56 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- We Can Be Heroes 5K
- Date
- October 25, 2026
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We Can Be Heroes 5K
Oct 25, 2026