A Salute to Our Veterans Hilo Bay 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM HST
- Location Hilo, Hawaii
- Price $44.30
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for an inspiring day at the 14th Annual Hilo Bay Veterans Independence Day Run, Walk, and Roll on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in beautiful Hilo, Hawaii. This vibrant community event celebrates our veterans and honors their sacrifices while raising awareness about the challenges faced by ill and injured service members. Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to engage in this inclusive 5K event, whether you choose to run, walk, roll, or cheer from the sidelines.
In partnership with Hawai'i County Parks & Recreation, this year’s event is particularly special as it coincides with the Freedom 250 celebration, marking 250 years of Independence. Every step taken during this uplifting occasion fosters a sense of unity and patriotism while supporting veteran awareness. Everyone is welcome, including families, wheelchair users, and disabled veterans, making it a beautiful celebration of community spirit. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this meaningful tribute to those who served our nation!
In partnership with Hawai'i County Parks & Recreation, this year’s event is particularly special as it coincides with the Freedom 250 celebration, marking 250 years of Independence. Every step taken during this uplifting occasion fosters a sense of unity and patriotism while supporting veteran awareness. Everyone is welcome, including families, wheelchair users, and disabled veterans, making it a beautiful celebration of community spirit. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this meaningful tribute to those who served our nation!
Organiser's Description
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post and Auxiliary 3830, Pahoa, in proud partnership with Hawai'i County Parks & Recreation, invites the entire community to participate in the 14th Annual Hilo Bay Veterans Independence Day Run, Walk, and Roll, held in conjunction with the Freedom 250 celebration.
The run is an inclusive 5K Run, Walk, and Roll honoring those who served our nation while raising awareness of the challenges faced daily by our ill and injured veterans. This is more than a race - it's a community celebration of service, unity, and patriotism.
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As our nation commemorates 250 years of Independence, we gather to honor freedom, liberty, and the veterans who made it possible. Every step taken supports veteran awareness and strengthens our commitment to never forget their sacrifices.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME
This event is open to all ages and abilities, including wheelchair users, disabled veterans, families, and community members. Whether you run, walk, roll, or cheer from the sidelines--you belong here.
The run is an inclusive 5K Run, Walk, and Roll honoring those who served our nation while raising awareness of the challenges faced daily by our ill and injured veterans. This is more than a race - it's a community celebration of service, unity, and patriotism.
check mark In-person participation
check mark Virtual participation from anywhere
As our nation commemorates 250 years of Independence, we gather to honor freedom, liberty, and the veterans who made it possible. Every step taken supports veteran awareness and strengthens our commitment to never forget their sacrifices.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME
This event is open to all ages and abilities, including wheelchair users, disabled veterans, families, and community members. Whether you run, walk, roll, or cheer from the sidelines--you belong here.
Races
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A Salute to Our Veterans Hilo Bay 5K Run
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM HST)
$44.30
Make sure to come down and pick up your packet or register the DAY BEFORE THE RACE, on July 3rd. We'll be set up on Banyan Drive from 11am to 3pm. Look for our tent...you can't miss us! ***ANY REGISTRATIONS ON THE DAY OF THE RACE WILL BE AN EXTRA FEE AND MAY NOT BE TIMED*** -
A Salute to Our Veterans Hilo Bay 5K Walk
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM HST)
$44.30
Make sure to come down and pick up your packet or register the DAY BEFORE THE RACE, on July 3rd. We'll be set up on Banyan Drive from 11am to 3pm. Look for our tent...you can't miss us! ***ANY REGISTRATIONS ON THE DAY OF THE RACE WILL BE AN EXTRA FEE AND MAY NOT BE TIMED*** -
A Salute to Our Veterans Hilo Bay 5K Donations and Support
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM HST)
$44.30
Make sure to come down and pick up your packet or register the DAY BEFORE THE RACE, on July 3rd. We'll be set up on Banyan Drive from 11am to 3pm. Look for our tent...you can't miss us! ***ANY REGISTRATIONS ON THE DAY OF THE RACE WILL BE AN EXTRA FEE AND MAY NOT BE TIMED*** -
A Salute to Our Veterans Hilo Bay 5K Virtual Race
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Shirt
$44.30
Make sure to come down and pick up your packet or register the DAY BEFORE THE RACE, on July 3rd. We'll be set up on Banyan Drive from 11 am to 3pm. Look for our tent...you can't miss us! ***ANY REGISTRATIONS ON THE DAY OF THE RACE WILL BE AN EXTRA FEE AND MAY NOT BE TIMED***
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