About the Stars & Strides 5k
The race is held on the campus of a community college, with a separate walk option running shortly after the run begins. The event raises money for veteran home-building and repair in the surrounding counties, so the crowd tends to include veterans and their families alongside the usual mix of runners.
Packet pickup and parking details were not... wait. The start area is on college grounds, which generally means open lots and room to spare before the gun. Veterans receive a discounted entry rate through race day, which is worth noting before you register.
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Distances & Start Times
5K9/12/2026 09:15$15
5K9/12/2026 09:00$25
1 Mile9/12/2026 09:15$15
1 Mile9/12/2026 09:15$25
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