Starting Area:
The race is out and back from Palmyra Community Center parking lot off Stafford Street to the Temple Road chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.​ There will be a marked, dedicated running lane for runners.
Parking:
​To avoid PCC parking lot congestion, racers must park on the Fairgrounds via the Foster Street entrance. ​
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Registration:
Registration is open until 30 minutes before race time, but to guarantee a t-shirt, register online by 1:00 pm, Friday, August 30.
Packet pick-up will be on the west side of the fairgrounds near the entrance to PCC parking from 6-8 p.m. Friday, September 13 or before 8:30 a.m. on race day.
The run will begin at 9 a.m. sharp. 5K runners will start together, with those doing the 1 mile (1.61 km) walk starting after the runners depart.
Results:
Participants will receive a text with their time after they cross the finish line. Results will also be posted on the website by bib number. Note that your name will only be shown if you consent during registration. ​​
Water and snacks available for registrants. Additional food will be available via Harvest on the Canal vendors at the Fairgrounds.
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Awards
The following participants will be recognized
Best Time - Senior
55 years plus
Male and Female
Best Time - Adult
18 - 54 years old
Male and Female
Best Time - Youth
11 - 17 years old
Male and Female
Overall Winner
5k Run
Best Time
1 Mile Walk
Best Time - Children
under 11 years old
Male and Female
Running Routes
5K Route:
The race starts and ends at the Palmyra Community Center parking lot with a clearly marked start and finish line.
Runners will exit the PCC lot, turn left (south) on Stafford Street and continue on this route for approximately 2 km. At the intersection of Temple Road, the runners will turn left (east) until they get to the parking entrance of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints before looping back to the PCC parking lot on the same route.
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Water stop:
The only water station available will be at the turnaround point. A bathroom is available here as well. Emergency personnel will patrol the course. Runners may bring their own water if they choose.
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1 Mile (1.61 km) Walk
Not up to a 5K? You can still support our local charities by walking a timed, one-mile loop of the fairgrounds.
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The flat elevation and engaging exhibits make this an interesting walk for families and individuals of all ages. Bring your family and friends and patronize the many vendors and displays that will be setup around the fairgrounds.
Local charities receive 100% of the proceeds from the registration fee for this walk. We appreciate your support of our community.
Significant sites along the way
2024 Restoration Run Route
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Wayne County Fairgrounds
Our run will start and finish at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. These historic grounds have been holding fairs in the community since 1856 and we are proud to be a part of the continuing tradition.
Vendors and displays will be operating and open on the grounds when our race concludes ... please visit, enjoy the exhibits and sample the food!
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Palmyra Temple
Across from the Smith farm, on a raised hill amongst the trees, sits the iconic Palmyra Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The route will pass by the temple, affording runners a beautiful view of this edifice.
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While the landscaped grounds are accessible to all from the Temple Road entrance, the building itself is not open to the public.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The 5K route will turn around in front of the Palmyra Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Temple Road. This meetinghouse hosts Sunday worship services for two congregations. Visitors are always welcome.
A water station will be manned roadside, with restroom facilities inside the church available for runners in need.
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The Smith Farm
At Temple Road and Stafford Road junction, runners will pass by the historic Smith family farm, home of Joseph Smith Jr., the first president and prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Thousands of tourists visit this site each year to learn more about the experiences of Joseph in this area. Those experiences include his First Vision, which took place behind the farm in a stand of trees known as the Sacred Grove. Guided tours of the site are free of charge.
