Kicks4Kids 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 9:00 PM EDT

Location: Parkersburg, WV; Point Park, 2nd st and Point Park, 26101
Type: RUN

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Run or walk a hilly night 5K to provide athletic shoes for students in need, encouraging active lifestyles in West Virginia.

For a Cause

Who it's for

Military & First Responders
Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, cause-driven runners

The Kicks4Kids 5K Run/Walk supports a vital mission to provide new athletic shoes to students in need across West Virginia and surrounding areas. Started by a local firefighter in 2011, this program partners with school nurses to identify children who would benefit from quality footwear. Your participation helps motivate young people to embrace active, healthy lifestyles, fostering a positive change in the community. Join this night race to contribute to an impactful, 100% free initiative.

What to expect

Run or walk a 5K on a hilly course.
Support a community program providing free athletic shoes to local students.
Experience a unique night race setting.

Standout details

Supports free athletic shoes for students
Night race experience
Walker-friendly 5K
Hilly course

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sat, Jul 11, 9:00 PM EDT · From $33.80
Opens Mar 2, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jun 27, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sat, Jul 11, 9:00 PM EDT · From $33.80
Opens Mar 2, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jun 27, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

warm-day exposure

Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Hilly
Walkers welcome

From the organizer

The race was started in 2011 by a local firefighter, Andy Nestor to provide free athletic shoes to local students in need. The success of the program was overwhelming. River City Runners and Walkers Club coordinate with local school nurses to identify children in need of quality athletic shoes but financially unable to get the shoes. The program is 100% free.

Our mission is to motivate children to get outside and move, maybe join a sports team or just run and play. We hope to change the image of West Virginia from an unhealthy, sedentary lifestyle to an active, healthy culture starting with our future - the children of WV and surrounding areas.

To date RCRW have given out hundreds of athletic shoes since 2011.

Help us continue this amazing program by supporting the K4K night race this year!

Special thanks to our sponsors: WV Central Credit Union, Premier Dental, McDonough Foundation, Harry Deitzler

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