Honor Our Heroes 5k Memorial Run

Honor Our Heroes 5k Memorial Run Race Information

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:#000000">We are very proud to announce the<strong> </strong></span><span style="color:#000000">10th Annual </span></span><b><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:12pt">Honor Our Heroes 5k Memorial</span></span></span></b><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"> <strong>Run</strong>!</span></span></span><b><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:14pt"><br /><br /></span></span></b><b><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></b><b><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:14pt"><i></i></span></span></b><b><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:14pt"><a href="https://oldsmarcares.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><i>Oldsmar Cares</i></a> </span></span></b><span style="color:#000000">is a for-impact 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates solely on the support of volunteers and donors. Serving the local community since 1997, we offer assistance as a food pantry, clothing closet, and other essentials, such as temporary rent and utility assistance, to those facing difficult times while keeping families together. </span><b><span style="color:#000000"><br /><br /></span></b><span style="color:#000000"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px"><strong>On Saturday, 23 May 2026,</strong> and in recognition of Memorial Day, we continue our collaboration and veteran outreach with <a href="http://www.VFW12186.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><em><strong><span style="color:#000000">VFW Post 12186.</span></strong></em></a>  </span></span></span><span style="color:#000000"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px">Our </span>two distinguished nonprofit organizations are a 100% all-volunteer force.  We are working together for a better community, and all net proceeds from the event will go toward supporting our efforts to serve residents, families, veterans, and community projects. </span><br /><br /><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px"><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px">This year, along with a fantastic lineup of sponsors and vendors, we welcome back <strong>Tampa Bay Brewing Company</strong> (TBBC) and <strong>Three Brothers NY Pizza</strong> to help expand our afterparty menu! You won&#39;t want to miss it.</span><br /><br /></span></span><span style="color:#000000"><u><b>The Race</b></u>:  The opening ceremonies will begin at 7:00 am near Oldsmar City Hall.  The race will start at 7:15 am, and the participants will be led down past the Veterans Memorial Park and along the beautiful waters of upper Tampa Bay.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#000000">This 5k (3.1 miles) is designed for everyone from competitive runners to casual joggers, pet walkers, and even some pushing their strollers.  </span><span style="color:#000000">The finish line will greet our finishers with beverages and food for everyone. </span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 186 , 55 , 42 )"><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">USATF</span>:</strong></span>  <span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Certified by USA Track &amp; Field. Cert #<a href="https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&amp;id=8985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CL25009JK</a> and recognized by Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). </span></span><br /><br /><span style="color:#000000"><u><b>The Awards</b></u>! Along with your race shirts and stuffed swag bags, we will also present awards for the overall Male &amp; Female winners.  As well as the top 3 finishers in each age bracket.  <em>Brackets include:</em> ages 9 and under and then every five-year increments until 70 and over.</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong style="color:rgb( 51 , 51 , 51 )"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><span style="text-decoration:underline">Discounts</span>:</span></strong><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px"><strong> </strong>Military, Police, Fire, EMT, and </span>Student discounts are available during checkout.  Contact us for group rates for 10 or more participants.  </span></p> <p><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px"><u><strong><span style="color:#000000">Your Race packets</span></strong></u><strong><span style="color:#000000">:</span></strong><span style="color:#000000"> Come to TBBC during the times listed below to pick up your race shirt, bib numbers, event promotions, and more. </span></span><br /><span style="color:#000000">  - 21 May Thursday from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm</span><br /><span style="color:#000000">  - 22 May Friday from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#000000">  TBBC is on Racetrack Road at</span><span style="color:#000000"> 13937 Monroes Business Park, Tampa, FL 33635<br /><br /><u><b>What Do You Get</b></u><b>?<br /></b></span><span style="color:#000000">- Chipped Timing Bib<br />- Official Race Shirts <span style="font-size:10pt">(While supplies last)</span><br />- Access to Post-Race Party with food and TBBC Beverages.<br />- Swag bags are provided with special gifts and promotions from our sponsors.<br />- Show your race bib at Tampa Bay Brewing Company for access to the patio for the race day After Party. <br /><br /></span><span style="color:#000000">*  Please note:</span><br /><span style="color:#000000">- It can be challenging to pick up packets on race day.  Please take advantage of the early pickup and promotions from TBBC unless you are traveling from out of town. </span><br /><span style="color:#000000">- There is a limited opportunity to sign up on the morning of race day. However, we cannot guarantee swag bags or race shirts. </span><br /><br /></p>