The Elizabeth Ferris Memorial 5K

The Elizabeth Ferris Memorial 5K Run/Walk is held annually at Heckscher State Park in East Islip, New York. This USATF-certified 5K course offers participants a scenic route through the beautiful park setting. The event fosters a supportive and community-driven atmosphere, featuring amenities such as personalized bibs for early registrants, free finish line photos, live results, and cash-only basket raffles.

Participants can join in person or virtually, with virtual runners able to submit times and photos online. The race benefits pancreatic cancer research, with 100% of net proceeds donated to The Lustgarten Foundation, a leading funder of pancreatic cancer research. Awards are given to top finishers overall and in age groups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.