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Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
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Orange County, North Carolina
27278
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Come out and join us on Saturday, April 11th for the 5th Annual Kevin Dendy Memorial 5K! This year the race will be starting at Eno River Brewing and running through Hillsborough's beautiful River Walk.

Captain Kevin Dendy was local to the Hillsborough/North Durham community. He was commissioned into the North Carolina National Guard and served one tour in Kuwait during the initial wave of the Covid-19 pandemic and provided essential medical care to soldiers serving overseas. Kevin had a love for everything outdoors - running, hiking, swimming, and riding his motorcycle. On December 29 of 2021, Kevin tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident.

Proceeds from this race will benefit Vets to Vets United. Vets To Vets United unites disabled veterans with rescue service dogs to save and enrich lives.

The race will start at Eno River Brewing at 9:30am.

PACKET PICKUP will be available on race day beginning at 8:30am.

DOG FRIENDLY

Your dog is welcome to join in! Please note that some areas along the route are quite narrow, especially the covered bridge.

AWARDS

Awards will be given to top 3 overall male and female finishers.

All registered participants will receive a custom race t-shirt and finisher's medal. Guaranteed t-shirt size deadline is March 11, 2026.

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