The D.C. Raymond M Downey " Forever Running " Memorial 5K Run/Walk New Course and Location The Downey family is looking forward to gathering once again for the 25th Anniversary of the D.C. Raymond M. Downey “Forever Running” Memorial 5K Run/Walk, and we warmly invite you to join us in continuing this meaningful tradition. This event is our way of honoring the memory of our dad, Chief Raymond M. Downey, as well as all those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and those who have since passed from 9/11-related illnesses. Each year, your presence helps keep their legacy alive in a powerful and heartfelt way. We are deeply grateful for the incredible support and love shown by the Deer Park community and the running community over the past 25 years. Your participation, encouragement, and commitment have made this event not only possible, but truly special. For those who are unable to attend in person, we are once again offering a Virtual 5K Run so you can still be part of the day, no matter where you are. Thank you to our family, friends, volunteers, and all who have taken part over the years. Your continued support means more to us than we can ever fully express. We hope to see you at the starting line. Date: Sunday June 21st LIVE RUN Sunday June 21th to Sunday June 28th Virtual Run Times: 9:30 Am Live 5 K run Run Anytime Anywhere for Virtual Run Application Fees: Ray Downey "Forever Running" Online Live Race fee $25- Before April 15th Ray Downey "Forever Running" Online Live Race Fee $30- After April 15th Ray Downey Virtual Race fee $30 Day of race fees : Ray Downey "Forever Running" Online Live Race fee $40 Dollars Course: 5k (3.1 miles) fast & flat run thru Deer Park. Passes down D.C. Raymond M. Downey Memorial Rd. USATF certified and sanctioned. Awards: Plaques presented to the First Place 5K winners (male & female) Top 3 males & females in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34,
5K: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $25.00 | Jan 30 | Apr 15 |
| $30.00 | Apr 15 | Jun 19 | |
| $30.00 | Jun 19 | Jun 20 | |
| $40.00 | Jun 20 | Jun 21 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,444 | 34:50 | 16:45 |
| 2024 | 1,396 | 35:34 | 17:15 |
| 2023 | 1,478 | 34:14 | 15:39 |
| 2022 | 1,215 | 34:05 | 16:03 |
| 2019 | 1,522 | 32:54 | 16:29 |
| 2018 | 1,765 | 35:51 | 17:33 |
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