Dr. William Perkins Memorial Events
Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
A welcoming event in Honesdale, PA, offering a 5K, 1-mile, and 1/4-mile fun run for all ages and paces on a hilly course.
- Fun
FunThe Dr. William Perkins Memorial Events in Honesdale, PA, offers a thoughtful gathering for runners and walkers. Choose from a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile run, or a delightful 1/4 mile fun run. This event provides a welcoming atmosphere for participants of all ages and abilities, set against the backdrop of Honesdale's mild, hilly terrain. It's an opportunity to move and connect in a supportive community setting.
What to expect
- Enjoy a 5K run or walk, a 1-mile run, or a shorter 1/4 mile fun run.
- Navigate a course with some hilly sections in mild weather.
- A supportive setting for various paces and distances.
Standout details
- Multiple distances: 5K, 1-mile, 1/4-mile
- Includes a 1/4 mile fun run
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
168 5K finishers in 2024. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
27:53
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 19:54.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 54% women and 46% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2024, this looks like a small field: 168 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 27:53. The quicker front of the field averaged about 19:54. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Honesdale, PA
Close-to-home draw
Beach Lake, PA
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Female 11 to 15
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 16 to 19
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 20 to 29
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 30 to 34
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 35 to 39
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2024 | 168 | 27:53 | 29:42 | 19:54 | 17:19 / 18:06 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
5K run / walk
1-mile run
1/4 mile fun run