Houtzdale Days Annual 5K* Run/Walk and Fireman's Challenge

🏃‍♂️ About the Event

The Houtzdale Days 5K Walk/Run and Fireman’s Challenge is an annual event during our Houtzdale Days celebration. Participants are awarded medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for Male and Female in each category.

💵 Registration Details

• Cost: $20
• Proceeds: All proceeds go directly to Houtzdale Fire Company.

📏 Course Information

WE WILL CONTINUE USING THE 2023 REVISED COURSE. The course is slightly longer (3.3 miles) than the standard distance (3.1 miles) but is more manageable for more runners and walkers. Visit our Facebook page for a video of the course: Houtzdale Days 5K Facebook.

👨‍🚒 Fireman's Challenge

The Fireman’s Challenge will follow the same course as the 5K, but participants must wear or carry (but not with the aid of a bag) turnout gear for the entire race. Turnout gear includes boots, hat, pants, and coat. Insulation is not required.

• Prize: The first person to cross the finish line will win $250.00 for the Fire Company or EMS of their choice.
• Conditions: Based on previous year's weather, this challenge will be dependent on weather conditions. Conditions will be evaluated throughout race day. If weather is too hot or unfavorable, The Fireman’s Challenge may be modified or discontinued at the discretion of the Race Director.

👕 T-Shirt Information

Shirts will only be guaranteed with registrations received by 11:59pm on July 11th. To maximize the donation to the Houtzdale Fire Company we don't want to order additional shirts that we cannot ensure will be given away. If you would like a shirt, make sure you get your registration in soon!

🏅 Awards Ceremony

Because this race is about bringing the community together and supporting those who support us in a time of need, we will be waiting until all racers have crossed the finish line to give out medals. This should take place between 9-9:30 AM.

• Encouragement: It would be greatly appreciated if you win your division, to stick around to get your medal and a picture.
• Support: Please show your support to those who ran, walked, or crawled the same distance as you.

❤️ Community Support

The Houtzdale Fire Company cannot thank the community enough for your continued support of the Houtzdale Days 5K Run/Walk and Fireman’s Challenge.

📅 Event Details

The event takes place on July 26, 2025, at 601 Good Street, Houtzdale, PA. For more information and to register, please visit: Houtzdale Days 5K Registration.

See you at the starting line!