A Run to Remember
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 7:00PM CDT
- Location Mission, Texas
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Event summary
Join us for "A Run to Remember" on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the beautiful Bentsen Palm Community Park in Mission, Hidalgo. This uplifting event supports Wreaths Across America, a national nonprofit dedicated to honoring our veterans by placing remembrance wreaths on the graves of fallen soldiers at veterans' cemeteries across the country. Participants can choose to challenge themselves with a 5k chip-timed race or enjoy a leisurely 1-mile walk.
Not only will you be taking strides toward your own health, but your participation will also help ensure that the sacrifices of our brave servicemen and women are honored and remembered with dignity and respect. By signing up, you contribute directly to the mission of placing a wreath on every veteran's grave during the holiday season. Enjoy a community-focused event that not only promotes fitness but also fosters gratitude and remembrance. Don't miss out on this meaningful opportunity—register before May 1, 2025, to secure your custom race shirt!
Not only will you be taking strides toward your own health, but your participation will also help ensure that the sacrifices of our brave servicemen and women are honored and remembered with dignity and respect. By signing up, you contribute directly to the mission of placing a wreath on every veteran's grave during the holiday season. Enjoy a community-focused event that not only promotes fitness but also fosters gratitude and remembrance. Don't miss out on this meaningful opportunity—register before May 1, 2025, to secure your custom race shirt!
Organiser's Description
This race SUPPORTS WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring our veterans by placing remembrance WREATHS ON THE GRAVES OF FALLEN SOLDIERS AT VETERANS' CEMETERIES ACROSS THE COUNTRY. The funds raised through this race will directly go toward purchasing wreaths for those laid to rest at our local Veterans Cemetery, ensuring that their sacrifices are never forgotten.
WHY YOU SHOULD SIGN UP:
* By participating in this race, you are not only taking steps toward better health, but youre also helping to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Your registration and participation will make it possible to place a wreath on every veterans grave, ensuring they are remembered with dignity and respect during the holiday season.
* Honor our heroes and show your support for veterans who have given so much. Challenge yourself with a fun, meaningful event that brings the community together. Create a lasting impact by directly contributing to the Wreaths Across America mission of remembrance and gratitude.
RACE INFORMATION:
* Location: Bentsen Palm Community Park
* Start time: 7:00 p.m.
* 5k Chip timed, 1 mile walk (not chip timed)
* Custom Shirt (before shirt deadline May 1, 2025)
PACKET PICK UP INFORMATION:
* Concerned Veterans For America - 6601 N 10th St ste a1 McAllen 78504
* Thursday May 15, 2025
* 4 pm - 7 -pm
WHY YOU SHOULD SIGN UP:
* By participating in this race, you are not only taking steps toward better health, but youre also helping to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Your registration and participation will make it possible to place a wreath on every veterans grave, ensuring they are remembered with dignity and respect during the holiday season.
* Honor our heroes and show your support for veterans who have given so much. Challenge yourself with a fun, meaningful event that brings the community together. Create a lasting impact by directly contributing to the Wreaths Across America mission of remembrance and gratitude.
RACE INFORMATION:
* Location: Bentsen Palm Community Park
* Start time: 7:00 p.m.
* 5k Chip timed, 1 mile walk (not chip timed)
* Custom Shirt (before shirt deadline May 1, 2025)
PACKET PICK UP INFORMATION:
* Concerned Veterans For America - 6601 N 10th St ste a1 McAllen 78504
* Thursday May 15, 2025
* 4 pm - 7 -pm
A Run to Remember
