Sunday, May 17, 2026 | Carmel N.Y.

Join us for the Guardian Revival 5K, a community race honoring the guardians — military, veterans, and first responders — who sacrifice every day in service to others.

ABOUT THE Event

This event brings together community, families, departments, and teams to compete, remember, and stand in support of those who serve.

  • 5K Run / Walk

  • Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run

  • Virtual 5K Run / Walk option available

  • Team & department competition encouraged

  • Awards for fastest team, largest team, individual top finishers

  • T-shirts for those who register prior to May 1, 2026

  • Guardian Revival swag for all participants

Run. Reflect. Revive.

team competition

Participants are encouraged to register as part of a team (teams may have unlimited participants).

Teams may represent fire departments, police departments, EMS agencies, military units, businesses, gyms, running clubs, families, or other community organizations.

Trophies will be awarded for:

  • Fastest Team (determined by the combined finish times of the top five runners from each team)

  • Largest Department Team (fire, police, EMS, or military organization)

  • Largest Community Team (business, gym, running club, or community group)

Ready to compete for bragging rights? Sign up & start your team!

AWARDS

Medals will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in each age group:

  • 19 and Under

  • 20–29

  • 30–39

  • 40–49

  • 50–59

  • 60+

Special recognition medals will also be awarded to these individual top finishers:

  • Fastest Veteran

  • Fastest First Responder

Kids HALF Mile Fun Run

Our Kids 1/2 Mile Run gives young runners the chance to participate and experience race day before the 5K begins. Medals for all Kids 1/2 Mile Run participants! Open to children of all abilities.

Start time: 9:30 am

VIRTUAL runner sign up

Can’t make it out in-person? No worries!

Join in on the fun virtually in your preferred area. We will mail you a t-shirt and Guardian Revival swag.

5K RUN / WALK

Enjoy a scenic out-and-back course along Lake Gleneida on the Putnam Trailway, capped off with a challenging uphill finish to earn your victory.

Family and friends are encouraged to join in on the fun and come cheer on their runners!

BIBS & SWAG


All registrations for the Guardian Revival 5K will receive a swag kit:

  • In-person participants: pick yours up at the event on May 17th!

  • Virtual participants: we will ship your kit to you. (Shipping is included in your registration fee.)

  • Kids participating in the free 1/2 mile fun run will also get a kid-friendly mini swag bag

Sign up for the 5K before May 1st to get a free t-shirt in your kit! Choose your size during registration (t-shirts are unisex, sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL)


THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Presenting Sponsor

Guardian Sponsor


Sponsorship Opportunities

Support the event. Support the mission.
Sponsorship opportunities are available from $250 Friend of the Guardians levels up through the $5,000 Guardian Sponsor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about race day? Here you’ll find answers to the most common questions about registration, race logistics, timing, team participation, and event details. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help.

Say hello@guardianrevival.org and we can answer any additional questions you may have.

Additional race details will be emailed to registered participants as the event approaches.

  • The Guardian Revival 5K will take place on May 17, 2026.

    Parking, check-in, and kick-off will be at the Paladin Center.
    39 Seminary Hill Rd, Carmel Hamlet, NY 10512

    Registration is from 8:30 am to 10:00 am.

    The Kids Half Mile Fun Run will begin at 9:30 am.

    The 5K run/walk begins at 10:30 am.

    Additional race details will be emailed to registered participants as the event approaches.

  • Participants can register for:

    • The 5K Run / Walk

    • The Kids ½ Mile Fun Run

    • Virtual 5K Run / Walk

    All events are open to runners and walkers of all experience levels.

  • Yes. The in-person 5K will be timed.

  • Awards will be presented for:

    Fastest Team

    Largest Team

    Individual Top Finishers

  • No, this event is rain or shine.

  • Absolutely. Team and department participation is strongly encouraged. First responder and military teams are especially welcome, including Fire, Police, EMS, Corrections, and Military units.

    Participants can create or join a team during registration through RunSignUp.

  • Yes. A Kids ½ Mile Fun Run will take place before the 5K. It is open to children of all abilities and is a great way for families to participate together.

    Strollers are not recommended due to the width of the running path.

  • Yes. The 5K is open to both runners and walkers.

  • Registration is available through RunSignUp. Click the Register button at the top or bottom of this page to secure your spot.

  • Yes, parking, check-in, and kick-off will be at the Paladin Center.

    39 Seminary Hill Rd, Carmel Hamlet, NY 10512

  • If you have additional questions not covered here, please reach out to hello@guardianrevival.org

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