Cpl. Marc T. Ryan Memorial/MC-LEF 5k Run/Walk

Saturday, November 14, 2026

9:00 AM EST

Gloucester City, New Jersey

$27.50–$32.80 · 3 races

5km

Event summary

Join us on Saturday, November 14, 2026, for the Cpl. Marc T. Ryan Memorial/MC-LEF 5k Run/Walk in Gloucester City, Camden. This heartfelt event honors the sacrifice of Cpl. Marc T. Ryan, a U.S. Marine who gave his life during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Participants can look forward to a USATF certified course, complete with chip timing, ensuring a competitive yet enjoyable experience for all. Every runner and walker will receive a finisher medal, and you can celebrate your achievement with an HD finish line video available on YouTube afterwards.

Don’t miss the early packet pickup on Friday, November 13th, from 6 PM to 9 PM at the Gloucester City VFW. Whether you’re running for personal bests or walking in remembrance, this event promises to be a meaningful day filled with community spirit and camaraderie. Be part of this special occasion as we come together to remember our fallen hero and support a great cause!

Races

5k Run

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

Race day registration start - 7:30am at VFW, 27-29 N. Burlington St., Gloucester City, NJ 08030. USATF Certified Course (similar to last year). Long Sleeve Colored T-Shirts for the first 350 registrants (Runner or Walker). Post race food & beverages. After race block celebration, Cpl. Ryan Tribute, Big Jim dedication, & awards presentation.

9:00 AM EST

$27.50

Register
Walk

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

Race day registration start - 7:30am at VFW, 27-29 N. Burlington St., Gloucester City, NJ 08030. USATF Certified Course (similar to last year). Long Sleeve Colored T-Shirts for the first 350 registrants (Runner or Walker). Post race food & beverages. After race block celebration, Cpl. Ryan Tribute, Big Jim dedication, & awards presentation.

9:00 AM EST

$27.50

Register
Virtual 5k
Virtual

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

Finisher Medal & T-Shirts can be mailed anywhere in the country. Shipping Included in registration price.

9:00 AM EST

$32.80

Register

Organiser's description

In memory of Cpl. Marc T. Ryan, USMC (KIA November 15, 2004) * Ramadi, Al Anbar Province * Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Remembering Our Fallen Brother's Sacrifice www.mc-lef.org http://www.mc-lef.org

***SHOULD ANY UNFORESEEN STATE REGULATIONS KEEP US FROM CONDUCTING THIS EVENT LIVE IT WILL BE CONVERTED TO VIRTUAL. YOU WILL STILL GET YOUR SHIRT, BIB AND FINISHER MEDAL***

New for this year, finisher medal for all, chip timing on a USATF Certified course, text messaging within seconds of finishing on your mobile device and an HD finish line video on You Tube to view following the race

EARLY PACKET PICKUP:

FRIDAY, NOV 13TH, 6 - 9PM, GLOUCESTER CITY VFW 27-29 BURLINGTON ST, GLOUCESTER CITY