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2nd Annual
Michelle Bonura Memorial 5K Run/Walk

June 13, 2026
9AM 5K Start
Rain or Shine

Parking
Tesla Science Center
5 Randall Road
Shoreham, NY 11786

Registrants will recieve a Finisher Medal and T-Shirt!


 * This color may not be available on race day due to supply chain issues.

Choose a Men's Shirt or a Women's V-Neck!
(Must be registered by May 15th to be guaranteed a shirt)

Race is capped at 400 participants!


THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS 




REGISTRATION OPTIONS & PRICING

Total may vary, based on additional options, such as donations.

EVENT
EARLY BIRD
MARCH 1
MAY 1
RACE DAY
IN PERSON 5K 
$33.80*
$38.98*
$44.15*
$49.33*
VIRTUAL 5K
$44.15*
$44.15*
$44.15*
$44.15*

*Includes processing fee

Veterans get $5 off
Seniors get $5 off (65+ Enter age for discount)

  • Your name on your bib three weeks before race day.

  • Scroll to the bottom of the page for 'how to' Virtual.
    May not come with a bib or swag.
    #efVirtual

Uncheck this box to register for the run/walk.

Are you a small business or family that would like to sponsor the event? Please check this box. You will be directed to choose a sponsor package below.
This does not register you for the run.

Not a Greater Long Island Running Club (GLIRC) member? Join HERE!

PARTICIPANT INFO

JOIN OR CREATE A TEAM (OPTIONAL)

Form a Team with friends or family! This is optional and may not have any affiliated awards.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

Net proceeds from the event will help support the Tesla Science Center, the Lightning Warriors, and the Michelle Bonura Scholarship Fund

  • The Wading River Fire Department’s mission and purpose is to preserve life and property with fire, rescue, and emergency medical service while promoting public safety thru fire prevention and education to its employees, volunteers, and the local community.

  • The Michelle Bonura Memorial Foundation supports not for profit organizations and the Michelle Bonura Scholarship Fund which grants scholarships to high school students pursuing careers in physical education.

  • The Michelle Bonura Scholarship Fund provides opportunities for senior high school students with aspirations of becoming a physical education teacher.

  • Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe (TSCW) is a non for profit organization dedicated to preserving and transforming Nikola Tesla’s last remaining laboratory into a world class science and technology center. The TSCW is creating a hub for discovery, education, and innovation that will bring Tesla’s vision to life.

  • Lightning Warriors is a 501 c 3 charity that helps make the sport of triathlon accessible to young children ages 5 to 17 across Long Island from beginners to nationally ranked youth athletes. By encouraging participation at a young age, athletes learn to unlock their personal potential, develop healthy habits around exercise, and discover important social skills when interacting in a team environment.

READ & INITIAL TO AGREE

Registration fees are used toward race expenses and cannot be returned once you sign up.

ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

Nor are they transferable from year to year. Once you are signed up, race fees are used for race expenses and cannot be returned.

In consideration of accepting this entry, I understand and agree to be legally bound hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, successors and waive, release and hold harmless Michelle Bonura Memorial 5K Run/Walk, Tesla Science Center, elitefeats inc., and any volunteers and all race sponsors and their agents, employees and representatives for any and all injuries, claims, liabilities and causes of action related to my participation in this event. I attest that I am physically fit and have sufficiently trained for the completion of this event and that my condition has been verified by a licensed medical doctor. I further grant permission to any of the foregoing organizations to take and use photographs, video, and recordings or any other record of this event for any purpose whatsoever.

If signed by a parent, the parent agrees to release and hold the above-named organizations and persons harmless of any claims which may be asserted by or on behalf of the entrant as well.
$45.00
$4.33
$49.33

BILLING INFO

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  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Discover


Location Information

  • Tesla Science Center - Bib Pickup, checked baggage drop off, and post race ceremonies
  • Tesla Science Center, Shoreham, NY, 11786 US
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June 13, 2026
9AM 5K Start
Rain or Shine

Parking
Tesla Science Center
5 Randall Road
Shoreham, NY 11786

ABOUT

The Michelle Bonura Memorial Foundation supports not for profit organizations and the Michelle Bonura Scholarship Fund which grants scholarships to high school students pursuing careers in physical education. Michelle was a gifted tri-athlete defined by her commitment to physical fitness by coaching and inspiring athletes of all ages. She served as a physical education teacher for over 35 years and volunteered as a coach at several sporting events.

AMENITIES

  • Finisher Medals to all participants
  • Electronic Timing with age graded results
  • Free Finish Line Photos and Finisher Certificate
  • Top Quality Tech Shirt (guarantee shirt cutoff by May 15th)
  • Refreshments: Bagels, Pizza, Bananas, Ice Cream, Snacks, Cookies, & Drinks
  • Gift Certificates awarded to over 50 raffle winners
  • Free Raffle for all registered participants
  • Personalized bib if registered 3 weeks in advance

AWARDS

  • Top 3 M/F Overall (Plaque & Cash Prizes)
  • Top 3 M/F Age Groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+ (Medal)
  • Top 3 M/F Masters (40-59) Age Graded (Plaque)
  • Top 3 M/F Senior Masters (60+) Age Graded (Plaque)
  • Top 1 M/F Wheelchair (Plaque)
  • Top 1 M/F Team Competition Winner (Gift Certificate)
  • Top Competition Award to Most Team Members Registered (Plaque)

This event will feature a team competition whereby participants can create a team of at least three members with the top three scoring members matched against the top three from other teams.

Team Rules

  • Teams can be male or female
  • Each team must have at least three members
  • A team captain must submit a team name upon registering
  • Participants can add their names to their team upon registration after the team had been formed
  • Winning teams will be scored based on actual time
  • Each winning team will receive a special gift certificate

BIB PICKUP

In-Person: 
Tesla Science Center - 5 Randall Road, Shoreham, NY 11786
Friday, June 12th from 11:00am to 2:00pm and from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.
Saturday, June 13th from 7:15am to 8:15am at the table labeled “Packet Pick-up.

  • Hurry; Register 3 weeks in advance to get a personalized Race Number!
  • You must know your bib number in order to pick up your bib. If you do not know your bib number there will be a Self Lookup area. 
  • If you register within 24 hours of bib pickup you will be texted your bib number within 90 seconds or click on Bib Lookup above.

Virtual: Shipped to you! Shipping window ranges from one week prior to the event to one week post event.

COURSE

5K Start Line: John Street which is 1,000 feet east of Miller Avenue
5K Finish Line: Bottom of Southgate

FAQ

What are the start times?
9:00am for the 5K

Where is the Tesla Science Center?
5 Randall Road, Shoreham 11786

What are the directions to the Tesla Science Center?
From the Long Island Expressway
- Take exit 68 north to the end and turn left onto route 25A
- Proceed about one mile west on route 25A to Randall Road
- Turn right onto Randall Road and the entrance will be on the right

From Route 25A Going East
- Turn left onto Randall Road and the entrance will be on the right

From Route 25A Going West
- Turn right onto Randall Road and the entrance will be on the right

Where is the parking area?
Tesla Science Center

Is there race day registration?
Yes…at the Tesla Science Center from 7:15am to 8:15am. Please arrive early to avoid any long lines.

Where and when is bib and shirt packet pick-up?
Tesla Science Center:
- Friday June 12th from 11:00am to 2:00pm and from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
- Saturday June 13 th from 7:15am to 8:15am. Please arrive early to avoid any long lines.
Bib, pins, tee shirt, wristband, course map, final instructions, sponsor material, and schedule of future events will be given at packet pick-up.

Is there an area for personal packet drop off?
Yes…at the designated area marked “Packet Drop Off”

Where is the staging area for post race ceremonies?
Tesla Science Center

How far is the 5K from the staging area?
10-15 minute walk from Tesla Science Center to the 5K start line (.6 miles)
15-20 minute walk from the finish line to the staging area (.8 miles)

Where are the start lines?
5K starts at John Street which is 1,000 feet east of Miller Avenue.

How do we get to the start line?
All registrants must stay within the staging area for welcoming remarks, final instructions, and the national anthem. Volunteers will lead registrants from the staging area to the start line.

Is the course well marked?
The course is well marked on the ground in addition to volunteers at key turn streets with signs along the way.

Will there be police stationed at key intersections?
Yes…especially on North Country Road

Where is the finish line?
Bottom of Southgate which is 100 feet north of North Country Road

How will I get my results?
Once crossing the finish line, elitefeats will send you a text reporting your finish time, pace, age graded time, along with overall, gender, and age group placement at that point of the race.

How do we get from the finish line back to the staging area?
Volunteers will be at key spots to direct finishers back to the staging area. After crossing the finish line at Southgate, finishers will cross North Country Road and turn right along the sidewalk to Miller Avenue. Turn left onto Miller Avenue and proceed to the North Shore Rail Trail on the right. Follow the trail back to the entry gate to the staging area.

What happens when entering the staging area after the event?
Each finisher will be directed to the food and refreshment lines but must either be wearing their bib or wristband in order to enter the lines.

What are the awards presentation and where?
Awards will be presented at the Tesla Science Center staging area starting at 10:15am
- Plaques and cash prizes to top 3 overall male and female
- Plaques to top 3 male and female masters (40-59) age graded
- Plaques to top 3 male and female senior masters (60+) age graded
- Plaque to top male and female wheelchair
- Medals to top 3 male and female in 5 year age groups (under 14, 15-19, 20-24, to 80+).
- Gift certificate to top male and female team competition winner
- Plaque to the team with the most members

Will there be free photos available to everyone?
Yes…there will be photos taken both at the finish line and on the course at the top of Southgate which is around the 1.5 mile point. Be sure to smile for the camera. Two roving photographers will be taking pictures during the post race party and at the awards presentation.

Do I receive a finisher certificate displaying time and finish line photo?
Yes…Results will be posted on the Elitefeats website at http://elitefeats.com where one can download
their certificate and finish line photos.

How can I obtain my award if I cannot stay for the awards ceremony?
Email Frank Capone after the event at [email protected] to make arrangements

Will there be refreshments at the end of the event?
Yes…at the staging area there will be bagels, pizza, ice cream, bananas, pretzels, cookies, sodas, and both sparkling and regular water.

Are strollers permitted on the course?
Yes

Are pets permitted on the course?
No…unless securely fastened in a stroller.

Are there water stops on the course?
Yes…at both the top of Southgate (1.5 mile) and on Soundview right before Mary Pitkin Path (2.0 mile)

Where will the portable toilets be located?
Tesla Science Center staging area

Where will the raffle be held?
Tesla Science Center staging area

How will the raffle work?
Those registered by midnight June 12 th are in the general raffle with their bib numbers being pre selected and posted on a board immediately after the race. There will be more than 50 gift cards as part of the raffle. Winners will look on the board to see if they have won and pick up their winning gift card at the raffle winner table.
There will also be a special raffle for prizes valued over $100 each. Each special raffle ticket prices will be $5.00 and one can purchase as many tickets at they wish to increase their chances of winning.

Will there be a cash box at the event to purchase raffle tickets?
Yes

Is there a cutoff for guaranteeing a shirt?
Registrants are guaranteed a shirt if registered by May 15th.

Can I exchange my shirt for a different size?
One can exchange their shirt after the race based on size availability

Can I opt not to take a shirt?
You can choose not to receive a shirt upon registering and take a $5 discount off your registration fee

Will there be finisher medals?
5K finishers receive a special commemorative finisher medal upon crossing the finish line.

What are the registration fees?
Registration fees include a processing fee as follows:
- $38.98 from March 1 st thru April 30 th
- $44.15 from May 1 st thru June 12th
- $49.33 on race day June 13th
-  $44.15 at all times for a virtual event

Who should I contact if there is a question not on this list?
Frank Capone at [email protected] or 631-830-3144

QUESTIONS

Frank Capone
[email protected]

RESULTS & PHOTOS

  • LIVE online / email text results and FREE video and same-day finish line pics
  • Find miscellaneous photos on Facebook @elitefeats 

TEAM ROSTER

VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS

Upload your times & photos beginning 6/13 - 6/21TRACKING YOUR DISTANCE
4 Laps to one Mile on a Track
Treadmill
MapMyRun.com
Find a Certified USATF Course
Some events display course maps at elitefeats.com
Many parks have measured 'fitness' trails open to the public
 Download free app Strava & hit 'Record'

HOW TO POST TIMES
1. Cover ground whenever & wherever you'd like!
2. On Start Date visit elitefeats.com/Results - search this event.
3. Search your name - click Update.
4. Enter your time.
5. Optional upload up to 5 photos.

WHEN TO POST
EARLY REGISTRANTS (before start day) can start posting times ON start day!
LATE REGISTRANTS (after start day) allow up to 24 hours to post times.
BIB MAILING begins Monday prior to start day. If you register after this, please allow 3-5 business days to receive.
You don't need the bib to participate, it's a keepsake!


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