Armed Forces Day 5k Charity Ruck
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Plymouth, Michigan
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Armed Forces Day 5k Charity Ruck on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in beautiful Plymouth, Wayne! Kicking off at 8:00 AM from the Plymouth Township VFW, this uplifting event honors our brave armed forces and first responders through a meaningful 5k ruck walk. Participants will embark on a scenic route, stopping halfway at the Wayne County First Responders Memorial before returning to the VFW for a celebration of community and camaraderie.
This unique 5k combines the spirit of military ruck marches with a mission of resilience and support. Whether you're a veteran, a family member, an athlete, or a community supporter, you are encouraged to carry a weighted backpack—or simply walk and show your support. Every step taken in this event symbolizes appreciation for the sacrifices made by our service members. For an extra touch of community spirit, fill your ruck with canned goods to donate to a local food bank and enter to win a special surprise! Don’t miss this chance to move together, challenge yourself, and honor those who serve our nation.
This unique 5k combines the spirit of military ruck marches with a mission of resilience and support. Whether you're a veteran, a family member, an athlete, or a community supporter, you are encouraged to carry a weighted backpack—or simply walk and show your support. Every step taken in this event symbolizes appreciation for the sacrifices made by our service members. For an extra touch of community spirit, fill your ruck with canned goods to donate to a local food bank and enter to win a special surprise! Don’t miss this chance to move together, challenge yourself, and honor those who serve our nation.
Organiser's Description
The Regeneration Foundation and Ethos Human Performance, in partnership with Plymouth Township Veterans Commission, will be hosting a 5k Ruck honoring our armed forces and first responders. This will take place in Plymouth on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 8:00am. This walk will start at the Plymouth Township VFW, stop halfway at the Wayne County First Responders Memorial on Hines Dr and back to the VFW for celebration and fellowship.
The 5K Ruck Walk brings our community together to move with purpose. Inspired by military ruck marches, participants will walk a 5K route carrying a backpack or weighted ruck as a way to honor the sacrifices of our veterans and service members. All are welcome including: veterans, families, athletes, and supporters. Carry some weight if youd like, or simply walk and be part of the mission. Every step represents resilience, service, and support for those who have carried far heavier loads for our country. The goal is to move together, show appreciation, and raise awareness for those who have served.
What Is Rucking?
Rucking is simply walking with weight carried in a backpack (called a ruck). Originating from military training, rucking builds endurance, strength, and mental resilience. For this event, participants may choose to carry a weighted backpack or simply walk the course in support. Whether you carry weight or not, the goal is the same: move together, challenge yourself, and honor those who have carried far heavier loads in service to our country.
As an added bonus: If you fill your pack with canned goods to add weight, we will donate the collected cans to a local food bank and you will be entered to win a special surprise!
The 5K Ruck Walk brings our community together to move with purpose. Inspired by military ruck marches, participants will walk a 5K route carrying a backpack or weighted ruck as a way to honor the sacrifices of our veterans and service members. All are welcome including: veterans, families, athletes, and supporters. Carry some weight if youd like, or simply walk and be part of the mission. Every step represents resilience, service, and support for those who have carried far heavier loads for our country. The goal is to move together, show appreciation, and raise awareness for those who have served.
What Is Rucking?
Rucking is simply walking with weight carried in a backpack (called a ruck). Originating from military training, rucking builds endurance, strength, and mental resilience. For this event, participants may choose to carry a weighted backpack or simply walk the course in support. Whether you carry weight or not, the goal is the same: move together, challenge yourself, and honor those who have carried far heavier loads in service to our country.
As an added bonus: If you fill your pack with canned goods to add weight, we will donate the collected cans to a local food bank and you will be entered to win a special surprise!
Races
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5k Charity Ruck
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
Schedule: Check-In: 8:00am Opening Remarks: 8:15am Start: 8:30am Post-ruck refreshments and fellowship to follow
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1426 S Mill St, Plymouth, 48170, MI, United States
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