In 18 days · Sat, Oct 3, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
1000 Vermillion Street, Athens WV
Distance
5K
Typical weather
53–71°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
44–73°F
dry
2024
55–77°F
dry
2023
53–77°F
dry
2022
44–65°F
dry
2021
58–73°F
rain
2020
39–63°F
dry
2019
67–90°F
dry
2018
62–78°F
dry
2017
47–74°F
dry
2016
52–68°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: 2nd Annual Salute to Service 5k
- Date: October 3, 2026
- Location: 1000 Vermillion Street, Athens, WV
- Registration Link: Sign Up Here
Purpose of the Event
- Benefit Run: The Salute to Service 5k is a benefit run
- Support: Proceeds will support the office of veteran services of Concord University
- Focus: All funds go towards helping veterans at Concord
- Community Impact: Aids their dependents as well
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