Run to Defeat ALS - 5K Run/Walk
External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Join us on Memorial Day as we come together to support the fight against ALS. We will have a 5k run and walk all starting at the Strasburg Franklin park at 7am. All proceeds go to ALS United Ohio. There currently is no cure for ALS but treatments can help manage symptoms for this progressive disease. Shirts: We offer size Adult Small to X-Large, plus we have $5 discount for a no shirt option. T-Shirts will be limited after May 10 with limited selections. Schedule: Saturday, May 23 at Cross Caffe, 201 2nd Street NW Strasburg, OH 44680 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Pre-Packet Pickup Monday, May 25 at Strasburg Franklin Park, 4th St SE Strasburg, OH US 44680 7:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Pickup 8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins 9:15 AM - Awards Ceremony (Awards to be given after everyone is finished) 10:00 AM - Memorial Day Parade Awards: 5K Run/ Walk Top 1 Overall Male & Female Top 1 Male & Female in Age Groups 14-Undar, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
Typical conditions
For events around May 2026 in Strasburg, OH, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Strasburg, OH, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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