Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk
About this race
On August 20, 2023, our community lost a hero.
Today, you can run or walk in his honor.
Every mile you complete — and every dollar raised — supports the Shawn Giles Memorial Fund, created to continue the legacy of Volunteer Firefighter Shawn Giles, a man defined by service, sacrifice, and heart.
Join fellow runners on August 16, 2026 for the Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in North East.
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Shawn Giles Memorial 5k
This is a 3.1 mile out and back course starting at Gravel pit park exiting onto Parmenter Road to Cemetery Road and back.
Shawn Giles Memorial 1 mile fun walk
This is a flat 2 loop paved course around the Gravel pit park road.
About North East
Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk takes place in North East, Pennsylvania, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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