Charlie Holder Sr. Memorial 5K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Event Name: Charlie Holder Sr. Memorial 5K
• Date: May 9, 2026
• Location: 792 Valley Road, Middletown, RI
• URL: Race Information

🎉 Event Details

• Start Time: 8:30am
• Run Options: 5k competitive run, fun walk, and virtual component
• Community Support: Fundraising for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center and Newport County YMCA Summer Scholarship Fund
• Goal: $10,000 in fundraising this year

👶 Family Fun Run

• Activity: Family fun run sprint at the beginning of the race
• Participation: All youth are encouraged to join at the start line
• Thank You: Acknowledgment of support in remembering Charlie Holder Sr.

💬 Charlie Holder Sr.

• Background: Born and raised in Newport's Park Holm district
• Sports Career: Outstanding athlete in basketball, football, and golf
• Military Service: Paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division
• Legacy: Known for inspiring many throughout his life

📅 Registration Information

• Registration Deadline: April 1st for guaranteed t-shirt
• Sponsorship: Click here to view the sponsorship letter
• Sponsorship Purchase: Click here to purchase a sponsorship level
• Course Map: Click here to see the course map

📍 Bib Pickup Details

• Date and Time:
  • May 16, 3:00pm-6:00pm
  • May 17, 6:30am-8:00am
• Location: Newport County YMCA Main Lobby

🏅 Race Day Information

• Arrival Time:
  • 7:00am if picking up bib
  • 7:45am-8:00am if bib is picked up on Friday
• Parking: Use John Clarke Road: YMCA Valley Road entrance closed
• Restrooms: Available inside the YMCA
• Awards Ceremony: Post-race awards for top three overall at 9:15am

🎊 Final Remarks

We are so excited for race day! See you at the start line!