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Shriners 5K

Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Fairmont, WV
Marion County Trail, 26554
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Run or walk a challenging 5K course in Fairmont, WV, and help support the vital, century-old mission of Shriners Children's.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Beginner Friendly

Great for: beginners, cause-driven runners

Lace up for the Shriners 5K in Fairmont, WV, a new addition to the Marion County Race Series. This event offers a fast yet challenging 5K course through East Side Fairmont, with a 1-mile walk option and virtual participation available. Your involvement directly supports the incredible work of Osiris Shriners and Shriners Children's, promoting friendship, brotherhood, and vital philanthropic efforts for children in the northern West Virginia region.

What to expect

  • Run a fast, challenging 5K course with notable elevation changes.
  • A 1-mile walk option is available for all to join the fun.
  • All participants receive a medal, with tee shirts for early registrants and awards for top finishers.

Standout details

  • Supports Shriners Children's
  • Fast, challenging 5K course
  • 1-mile walk option
  • Virtual participation available

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

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

  • 5K

    Sat, Oct 3, 9:00 AM EDT · From $32.80

    Opens May 1, 2026, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes Jul 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT

  • 5K

    Sat, Oct 3, 9:00 AM EDT · From $32.80

    Opens May 1, 2026, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes Jul 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Hilly
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us for the newest race in the Marion County Race Series! On October 3rd, we're hitting the streets of East Side Fairmont, WV, for a fun run that'll have you feeling good from start to finish. It's all about supporting the amazing work of Osiris Shriners!

Osiris Shriners was founded over a century ago in Wheeling, WV, and supports the northern region of West Virginia. Osiris Shriners promote friendship and brotherhood and support the world’s greatest philanthropy - Shriners Children's. For more information about Osiris Shriners and their charitable work, please visit http://osirisshrinecenter.org.

This course is fast, but don't be fooled—it's challenging enough to give you a great workout! We'll have a water stop around mile 2 to keep you hydrated and energized. Not a runner? No problem! We've got a 1-mile walk option so everyone can join in the fun and support a great cause.

Can't make it to Fairmont? That's okay, too! Just sign up for the virtual option !

All participants will receive a participation medal, registrants prior to September 15th will receive a tee shirt as well, and top-3 in-person race participants will receive medals (Categories: Overall Male and Female; Overall 15 and Under).

Course Description :

The course will begin at the tunnel trail entrance and immediately turn right onto Morgantown Avenue with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain within the first half mile. It will then turn right onto Sunset Boulevard and immediately right again onto Speedway Avenue. After approximately 1 mile, runners will turn right onto East Park Avenue and right again onto Indiana Avenue by Price Cutters. Following Indiana Avenue until the end, you will make your last turn back onto Morgantown Avenue with a breezy 80 foot elevation decline to the finish line.

Our start and finish is located near the MCPARC Meredith Tunnel trailhead in Fairmont (NOT PRICKETTS FORT!)  You will access parking and registration near the intersection of Morgantown Avenue and Winfield Street.  Use 1801 Morgantown Avenue, Fairmont, WV 26554 to navigate to our event.

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