ESC Hero Run
Sat, May 23, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk to honor our community's heroes, with family-friendly activities and awards for top finishers.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
For a CauseGreat for
- Military & First Responders
Military & First RespondersThe ESC Hero Run is a meaningful event dedicated to honoring veterans, active-duty military, and public servants. Choose between a 5K run or a family-friendly 2K run/walk, both starting and finishing at the Edwardsburg Sports Complex. Before the race, a special recognition ceremony celebrates heroes with certificates and t-shirts. Children will enjoy seeing local police cars and fire engines. The event offers a chance to get active, support a good cause, and celebrate community heroes in Edwardsburg.
What to expect
- Participate in a 5K run or a 2K run/walk, suitable for all ages.
- Enjoy a special recognition ceremony for veterans, military, and public servants.
- Children can explore police cars and fire engines, followed by snacks and awards.
Standout details
- Honors veterans, military, and public servants
- Special recognition ceremony for heroes
- Police car and fire engine display for kids
- Medals for top finishers in all age groups
Distances & registration
6 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
2K
1 option · closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
19d 10h 49m left(Check-In 7:00am)
Closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $38.10
5K
1 option · closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
19d 10h 49m leftESC Hero Run 5K(check in starts at 7:00am)
Closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $38.10
Other options
4 options · closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
19d 10h 49m leftKids 12 and Under for the 2K (registration starts at 7)
Closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $0.00
Kids 12 and Under for the 5K (registration starts at 7)
Closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $0.00
Student and Hero Registration for the 2K (registration s…
Closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $16.90
Student and Hero Registration for the 5K (registration s…
Closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $16.90
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
A run to honor our veterans, active duty military, and public servants! A 5K Run beginning at the Edwardsburg Sports Complex, running through a portion of the village of Edwardsburg and ending at the complex. The 2K Run/Walk is great for families or anyone wanting to support ESC and our Hero's while getting some exercise.
Before the race and walk begin we will be recognizing our heros with a special t-shirt and certificate. The local police and fire department bring a police car and a fire engine by for the children to see.
There are 1st, 2nd and 3rd place medals for all men and women in all age categories including children. Prizes will be awarded!
Snacks will be provided!!