Evansville Memorial Day Run/Walk - 10th Annual
- Date Mon 25th May 2026
- Time 7:45AM CDT
- Location Evansville, Indiana
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the 10th Annual Evansville Memorial Day Run/Walk on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Garvin Park in Evansville, Vanderburgh! This spirited event not only celebrates fitness but also honors the brave men and women who have served our country. Participants can choose from exciting race options including a 5K run/walk, a 10K run/walk, or a leisurely 5K walk.
The day kicks off with registration and packet pickup starting at 7 AM, followed by a pre-race warm-up at 7:45 AM and an emotional ceremony at 8 AM. Runners of all ages are encouraged to participate, with a special Kids Dash for children aged 5-13. Awards will be presented at 9:30 AM, celebrating the top finishers in various categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage your community, support a great cause, and remember those who have sacrificed for our freedom! Make sure to register early to guarantee your event shirt by May 15th!
The day kicks off with registration and packet pickup starting at 7 AM, followed by a pre-race warm-up at 7:45 AM and an emotional ceremony at 8 AM. Runners of all ages are encouraged to participate, with a special Kids Dash for children aged 5-13. Awards will be presented at 9:30 AM, celebrating the top finishers in various categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage your community, support a great cause, and remember those who have sacrificed for our freedom! Make sure to register early to guarantee your event shirt by May 15th!
Organiser's Description
The 10TH ANNUAL EVANSVILLE MEMORIAL DAY RUN, presented by EvansvilleEvents.com, is happening Monday, May 25th at Garvin Park. Join us as we remember those that gave it all!
SHIRT GUARANTEE MAY 15TH, 2026 - 12PM
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
FRIDAY, MAY 23RD 4:00 - 6:00PM
LOCATION: ROCA BAR OF EVANSVILLE 4600 WASHINGTON AVE 47714
DAY OF PACKET PICK UP:
MONDAY, 7AM-8AM AT GARVIN PARK
CHARITY PARTNER
ROLLING THUNDER INDIANA will be presented a check at the start of the race. Rolling Thunder Inc.'s major function is to publicize the POW/MIA issue. To educate the public of the fact that many American prisoners of war were left behind after all past wars. To help correct the past and to protect future veterans.
RACE OPTIONS
5k run/walk, 5k walk, 10k run/walk, 10k walk.
Official bib timing by TO THE FINISH TIMING. [http://www.tothefinishtiming.com/calendar.html]
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Late Registration & packet pickup - 7am-7:45am
Pre-race Warmup and Stretch - 7:45am
Ceremony & Salute - 8:00am
Kids Dash - 7:50 am
5K/10K START - 8:00AM
9:30AM AWARDS
Kid Run (ages 5-13) - Participation Medals
5K Walk Top 3 Male/Top 3 Female (Including overall winners)
5k Run/Walk Overall Male & Female Run Winner Top 3 Male/Top 3 Female (excluding overall winners) 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
10k Walk - Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female
10K Run - Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female
15K Run Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female - Participation Medal to all finishers of 15K only
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: ON MON. MAY 27TH
- Late Registration & packet pickup - 7am-7:45am
- Pre-race Warmup and Stretch - 7:45am
- Kids Dash - 7:50 am
- Ceremony & Salute - 8:00am
- 5K/10K START - 8:00AM
- Awards - 9:30am
KID RUN (ages 5-13) - Participation Medals
5K WALK Top 3 Male/Top 3 Female (Including overall winners)
5K RUN/WALK Overall Male & Female Run
TOP 3 MALE/TOP 3 FEMALE (excluding overall winners) 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
10K WALK - Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female
10K RUN - Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female
SHIRT GUARANTEE MAY 15TH, 2026 - 12PM
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
FRIDAY, MAY 23RD 4:00 - 6:00PM
LOCATION: ROCA BAR OF EVANSVILLE 4600 WASHINGTON AVE 47714
DAY OF PACKET PICK UP:
MONDAY, 7AM-8AM AT GARVIN PARK
CHARITY PARTNER
ROLLING THUNDER INDIANA will be presented a check at the start of the race. Rolling Thunder Inc.'s major function is to publicize the POW/MIA issue. To educate the public of the fact that many American prisoners of war were left behind after all past wars. To help correct the past and to protect future veterans.
RACE OPTIONS
5k run/walk, 5k walk, 10k run/walk, 10k walk.
Official bib timing by TO THE FINISH TIMING. [http://www.tothefinishtiming.com/calendar.html]
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Late Registration & packet pickup - 7am-7:45am
Pre-race Warmup and Stretch - 7:45am
Ceremony & Salute - 8:00am
Kids Dash - 7:50 am
5K/10K START - 8:00AM
9:30AM AWARDS
Kid Run (ages 5-13) - Participation Medals
5K Walk Top 3 Male/Top 3 Female (Including overall winners)
5k Run/Walk Overall Male & Female Run Winner Top 3 Male/Top 3 Female (excluding overall winners) 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
10k Walk - Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female
10K Run - Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female
15K Run Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female - Participation Medal to all finishers of 15K only
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: ON MON. MAY 27TH
- Late Registration & packet pickup - 7am-7:45am
- Pre-race Warmup and Stretch - 7:45am
- Kids Dash - 7:50 am
- Ceremony & Salute - 8:00am
- 5K/10K START - 8:00AM
- Awards - 9:30am
KID RUN (ages 5-13) - Participation Medals
5K WALK Top 3 Male/Top 3 Female (Including overall winners)
5K RUN/WALK Overall Male & Female Run
TOP 3 MALE/TOP 3 FEMALE (excluding overall winners) 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
10K WALK - Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female
10K RUN - Top 5 Male/Top 5 Female
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$22.20
Run or walk this 5k. T-shirts are included with purchase. Time limit 1 hr. -
5K Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$22.20
Walk Only Event, please only select if you plan to walk the entire race, if you are going to run any part of the race please select the 5K run/walk option. T-shirt is included. I hr. limit -
10K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Run or walk the 10k race. This race will start with the 5k but will do the 5K loop twice. T-shirt is included. 2 hr. limit -
10k Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Walk Only Event, please only select if you plan to walk the entire race, if you are going to run any part of the race please select the 10K run/walk option. T-shirt is included. 2 hr. limit -
15K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
T-shirt is included. 3 hr. limit -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (7:45AM CDT)
$11.60
50-100 yards kids fun run and includes a participation medal.
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