Kindred Fire Hero 5K & Kids Run

🚒 Kindred Fire Department 5K & Run with a Firefighter Kids Run ❤️🏃

Kick off Kindred Days 2026 with a run, walk, and celebration of our hometown heroes! Join the Kindred Fire Department for this annual community tradition, with proceeds directly supporting the Kindred Fire Department and the dedicated volunteers who help keep our community safe.

✨ New for 2026! The event moves to Kindred Elementary School, with both the start and finish taking place on the brand-new Kindred Blue Track! Experience an exciting finish as you make your final lap around the track before crossing the finish line to cheering spectators.

Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a walk with family and friends, or running in honor of a hero in your life, this event is the perfect way to kick off an unforgettable Kindred Days weekend.

🚒 Run with a Firefighter Kids Run

Calling all future heroes! Kids ages 0–12 are invited to lace up their sneakers and join local firefighters for this fun-filled half-mile adventure.

Whether they crawl, walk, jog, or sprint, every participant will enjoy:

🏅 A finisher medal
🚒 Fire truck photo opportunities
✋ Firefighter high-fives at the finish
❤️ An unforgettable experience alongside Kindred's hometown heroes

Whether your child dreams of becoming a firefighter or simply loves to run, this event is guaranteed to light up their day...and maybe even spark the next generation of hometown heroes!

Join fellow runners on August 8, 2026 for the Kindred Fire Hero 5K & Kids Run. It's a fantastic 1K, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Kindred.