2nd Annual Sweat For A Vet 5K Fun Run
- Date Sat 31st May 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
- Price $40.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2nd Annual Sweat For A Vet 5K Fun Run on Saturday, May 31, 2025, in beautiful Murrells Inlet, South Carolina! This exciting event invites both runners and walkers to come together in a spirited celebration of community and support for our veterans. Starting and finishing at the American Legion Post 178, participants will enjoy a flat and friendly course, making it perfect for all fitness levels.
Join us in making a difference, as last year's event raised over $6,000 for local veterans organizations, and this year, we're aiming even higher! Whether you choose to run in person or opt for the virtual option from your own location, your participation will help honor those who have served and continue to support our local community. Don't miss out on this uplifting opportunity to sweat for a worthy cause and pay tribute to our heroes!
Join us in making a difference, as last year's event raised over $6,000 for local veterans organizations, and this year, we're aiming even higher! Whether you choose to run in person or opt for the virtual option from your own location, your participation will help honor those who have served and continue to support our local community. Don't miss out on this uplifting opportunity to sweat for a worthy cause and pay tribute to our heroes!
Organiser's Description
Lets step up and SWEAT FOR A VET AGAIN!
Join us for the 2nd Annual Sweat For A Vet 5K Run/Walk hosted by the the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 178 in Murrells Inlet, SC! Or choose the virtual option and run/walk with us from your location! Runners and Walkers are all welcome! Our course begins and ends at the American Legion Post 178 in Murrells Inlet. It is a flat course with very few turns.
The inaugural Sweat For A Vet 5K fun Run was such a success, we are proud to announce that the Sons Of The American Legion Squadron 178 in Murrells Inlet is holding our 2nd annual 5K Fun Run on May 31, 2025 at the American Legion Post 178 in Murrells Inlet, SC.
Over $6000.00 in proceeds from last year's race were donated to LOCAL veterans organizations! We hope to have a larger impact on our veterans and our community this year!
"HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US" means The American Legion pays perpetual respect for all past military sacrifices to ensure they are never forgotten by new generations.
The Sons of The American Legion (SAL) was created in 1932 as an organization within The American Legion. The SAL is made up of boys and men of all ages whose parents or grandparents served in the US military and became eligible for membership in The American Legion. This organization places its highest importance on preserving our American traditions and values, improving the quality of life for our nation's children, caring for veterans and their families, and perhaps most importantly, teaching the fundamentals of good citizenship.
Sons of The American Legion exists to honor the service and sacrifice of Legionnaires.
By participating in this event, you will join SAL members who have raised more than $9 million for The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation. SAL members have volunteered over 455,000 hours at veterans hospitals and raised over $1,600,000 for VA hospitals and VA homes.
The SAL continues to provide services to those in need in the LOCAL communities, through programs that include fundraising events such as this.
The sole purpose of this event is to help up continue providing support to our LOCAL children, military veterans and their families.
Join us for the 2nd Annual Sweat For A Vet 5K Run/Walk hosted by the the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 178 in Murrells Inlet, SC! Or choose the virtual option and run/walk with us from your location! Runners and Walkers are all welcome! Our course begins and ends at the American Legion Post 178 in Murrells Inlet. It is a flat course with very few turns.
The inaugural Sweat For A Vet 5K fun Run was such a success, we are proud to announce that the Sons Of The American Legion Squadron 178 in Murrells Inlet is holding our 2nd annual 5K Fun Run on May 31, 2025 at the American Legion Post 178 in Murrells Inlet, SC.
Over $6000.00 in proceeds from last year's race were donated to LOCAL veterans organizations! We hope to have a larger impact on our veterans and our community this year!
"HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US" means The American Legion pays perpetual respect for all past military sacrifices to ensure they are never forgotten by new generations.
The Sons of The American Legion (SAL) was created in 1932 as an organization within The American Legion. The SAL is made up of boys and men of all ages whose parents or grandparents served in the US military and became eligible for membership in The American Legion. This organization places its highest importance on preserving our American traditions and values, improving the quality of life for our nation's children, caring for veterans and their families, and perhaps most importantly, teaching the fundamentals of good citizenship.
Sons of The American Legion exists to honor the service and sacrifice of Legionnaires.
By participating in this event, you will join SAL members who have raised more than $9 million for The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation. SAL members have volunteered over 455,000 hours at veterans hospitals and raised over $1,600,000 for VA hospitals and VA homes.
The SAL continues to provide services to those in need in the LOCAL communities, through programs that include fundraising events such as this.
The sole purpose of this event is to help up continue providing support to our LOCAL children, military veterans and their families.
Races
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2nd Annual Sweat for a Vet 5K Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$40.00
Race Info: 5K race begins at 8:00am Strollers, runners, and walkers are all WELCOME! No dogs allowed on race course One water stop on course at the turnaround Post race snacks and water available for participants Race Swag: Custom designed participant shirt Race bib Participant Gift Virtual race swag will be mailed within 2 weeks post race Registration: Registration is only available online Registration closes Saturday, May 31st at 6:30am Packet Pickup Information: Saturday, May 31st from 5:30-7:15am at race start Parking: American Legion Post 178 Restrooms: Inside American Legion Post 178 Awards: 5K Awards are by gun time Overall Male and Female 1,2,3 place Overall Masters Male and Female 1 place Age Groups Male and Female 1st place only: 0-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-up
2nd Annual Sweat For A Vet 5K Fun Run