Forged For Good Run and Ruck 5k/10k
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 8:30AM MST
- Location Peoria, Arizona
- Price $54.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for an inspiring day at the Forged For Good Run and Ruck on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the scenic Skunk Creek Trailhead in Peoria, Maricopa! This uplifting event features both a 5K and 10K trail run and ruck, designed for participants of all fitness levels. Whether you're running or rucking, bring your own rucksack or backpack and gear up for a rewarding challenge that honors our veterans, first responders, and community champions.
The morning kicks off with check-in at 7:45 AM, followed by the race starting at 8:30 AM and wrapping up by 11:30 AM. After the race, enjoy a festive cookout celebration, participate in a Veterans Honor Ceremony, and enter into a raffle with fantastic prizes. Plus, by bringing donations of hygiene items or pet essentials, you can earn bonus raffle tickets while supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Soldier's Best Friend, a nonprofit that pairs veterans experiencing PTSD and TBI with trained rescue dogs, ensuring that our heroes receive the support they deserve. Join us for this impactful event and show your support for those who serve our community!
The morning kicks off with check-in at 7:45 AM, followed by the race starting at 8:30 AM and wrapping up by 11:30 AM. After the race, enjoy a festive cookout celebration, participate in a Veterans Honor Ceremony, and enter into a raffle with fantastic prizes. Plus, by bringing donations of hygiene items or pet essentials, you can earn bonus raffle tickets while supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Soldier's Best Friend, a nonprofit that pairs veterans experiencing PTSD and TBI with trained rescue dogs, ensuring that our heroes receive the support they deserve. Join us for this impactful event and show your support for those who serve our community!
Organiser's Description
Run, Ruck & Honor In Honor of Those Who Answered the Call
Join us on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Skunk Creek Trailhead in Peoria, AZ for a 5K or 10K Tactical Trail Ruck & Run honoring the veterans, first responders, and community champions who show up for the Phoenix Valley every single day.
This is more than a race. It is a morning built for our military families, active duty service members, veterans, first responders, seniors, caregivers, and everyone in our community who wants to stand beside them.
What to Expect:
5K and 10K trail run & ruck courses open to all fitness levels (If rucking, make sure you bring your own ruck sack or backpack and we suggest 35lbs or whatever weight feels safe for you)
Veterans Honor Ceremony recognizing community honorees
Post-race cookout celebration
Raffle with 4 prize baskets tickets $2 each at the event
Check-in: 745 AM | Start: 8:30 AM | Returns by 11:30 AM
Bring a Donation, Earn Bonus Raffle Tickets:
Bring a grocery bag filled with hygiene items for less fortunate veterans, or pet essentials for veterans and their new service dogs and earn 5 bonus raffle tickets per bag.
Military, Veteran & First Responder Bonus:
Show a valid ID at check-in and receive 3 complimentary bonus raffle tickets on us.
Benefiting Soldier's Best Friend
Soldier's Best Friend is an Arizona nonprofit that pairs veterans living with PTSD and TBI with rescue dogs trained as service dogs at no cost to the veteran. They cover all medical costs for the dog throughout the entire program. The majority of proceeds from this event go directly to their mission after event costs are covered.
A battle buddy, a team, an army behind you that doesn't end after service. Your community is here.
Join us on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Skunk Creek Trailhead in Peoria, AZ for a 5K or 10K Tactical Trail Ruck & Run honoring the veterans, first responders, and community champions who show up for the Phoenix Valley every single day.
This is more than a race. It is a morning built for our military families, active duty service members, veterans, first responders, seniors, caregivers, and everyone in our community who wants to stand beside them.
What to Expect:
5K and 10K trail run & ruck courses open to all fitness levels (If rucking, make sure you bring your own ruck sack or backpack and we suggest 35lbs or whatever weight feels safe for you)
Veterans Honor Ceremony recognizing community honorees
Post-race cookout celebration
Raffle with 4 prize baskets tickets $2 each at the event
Check-in: 745 AM | Start: 8:30 AM | Returns by 11:30 AM
Bring a Donation, Earn Bonus Raffle Tickets:
Bring a grocery bag filled with hygiene items for less fortunate veterans, or pet essentials for veterans and their new service dogs and earn 5 bonus raffle tickets per bag.
Military, Veteran & First Responder Bonus:
Show a valid ID at check-in and receive 3 complimentary bonus raffle tickets on us.
Benefiting Soldier's Best Friend
Soldier's Best Friend is an Arizona nonprofit that pairs veterans living with PTSD and TBI with rescue dogs trained as service dogs at no cost to the veteran. They cover all medical costs for the dog throughout the entire program. The majority of proceeds from this event go directly to their mission after event costs are covered.
A battle buddy, a team, an army behind you that doesn't end after service. Your community is here.
Races
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Forged for Good Run 5k
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 12th December 2026 (8:30AM MST)
$54.00
5k option for the run -
Forged for Good Run 10k
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 12th December 2026 (8:30AM MST)
$54.00
10k option for the run -
Forged for Good Ruck 5k
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 12th December 2026 (8:30AM MST)
$54.00
5k option for the ruck -
Forged for Good Ruck 10k
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 12th December 2026 (8:30AM MST)
$54.00
10k option for the ruck
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Location
15091 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, 85381, AZ, United States
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