Awards! Whether you run or walk, it never has to be about competing with others. Rather, we want you to have the opportunity to take on your most challenging competition – yourself! Below are awards you can win based solely on your effort alone!
First 5K List If you are new to running or walking, a 5K is 3.1 miles. While it is a BIG distance, it is DO-able. Most walkers can finish a 5K in 45 – 60 minutes. Completing this distance is an accomplishment! If you are running or walking your First 5K at any of our races, be sure to check the “First 5K” box on your entry form to let us know. We will award you a MEDAL after the race!
Last year, we had 227 participants who ran or walked their FIRST 5K with us in 2022. We love being a part of your fitness journey!
Hometown PR Club List
“PR” stands for “personal record”. It means your best time in completing a certain distance. For the purposes of this award: Improve your 5K time over 3 consecutive Hometown Happenings 5Ks & EARN a Medal & $10 gift card.
David Ralston Award Winners David Ralston is our Marine friend who attends nearly ALL of our races. Years ago, David offered to be our designated “last place finisher”. Many people don’t attend races for fear they may finish last. Well, David makes sure that never happens at Hometown Happenings! For ALL of David’s efforts to be a positive force in the running community, we have named this award for him.
EARN this plaque by completing or volunteering at 8 Hometown Happenings events in 2023. Here are the EVENTS.