Forgotten Warrior Memorial 5k
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Channahon, Illinois
- Price $43.99
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring Forgotten Warrior Memorial 5K on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Channahon, Illinois! This heartfelt event takes place at the beautiful Forgotten Warrior Memorial within Channahon State Park, located at 25302 W Story St. Participants can choose to run, walk, or ruck the scenic 5K route along the picturesque I&M Canal, all while honoring the brave veterans who have faced the challenges of PTSD.
This dog-friendly event promises a day filled with community spirit, featuring various veteran resources, vendors, and food trucks to keep you fueled. The first 300 registrants will receive a unique finisher medal, and awards will be presented for overall and age category achievements. In addition, participants will have the special opportunity to honor a loved one by adding their name to the event shirt and having their photo displayed along the course. Don’t miss out on this chance to support and uplift our veterans while enjoying a memorable day outdoors!
This dog-friendly event promises a day filled with community spirit, featuring various veteran resources, vendors, and food trucks to keep you fueled. The first 300 registrants will receive a unique finisher medal, and awards will be presented for overall and age category achievements. In addition, participants will have the special opportunity to honor a loved one by adding their name to the event shirt and having their photo displayed along the course. Don’t miss out on this chance to support and uplift our veterans while enjoying a memorable day outdoors!
Organiser's Description
Unfortunately many veterans lost their battle with PTSD and we feel it's our duty to honor their memory and service to our country.
This 5K Run/Walk/Ruck, dog friendly. Event will be held at the Forgotten Warrior Memorial located at Channahon State Park. Located at
25302 W Story St, Channahon, IL 60410. Carpooling is suggested.
We made some changes based on feed back. We will have signs along route we'll offer packet pick ups prior to race day among other changes. This year we will also have an option for a small donation to have a photo of your warrior on the course and on run sign up page.
Route will start at Channahon State Park, heading south along the scenic and picturesque I&M canal. We will have various veterans resources, vendors/sponsors. We will have food trucks, 50/50 drawing, Shirt will have a spot for you to write in the name of who you're running in Honor of. Honoring our veterans both past and present who are battling PTSD and continuing to raise awareness and support. Packet pick ups will be held at the K9s for Veterans retail store located at 631 E Boughton Rd Suite 155, Bolingbrook, Il, 60440. ( email to go with packet pick up details)
VOLUNTEERS! Please send email to Wendy at [email protected]. Please include if you're looking to earn community service hours and age.
5k Registration Includes:
5k Run/Walk Entry
Chip Timed Race Bib
The first 300 participants will receive a finisher medal
Awards will be overall and age category recognition pins.
This 5K Run/Walk/Ruck, dog friendly. Event will be held at the Forgotten Warrior Memorial located at Channahon State Park. Located at
25302 W Story St, Channahon, IL 60410. Carpooling is suggested.
We made some changes based on feed back. We will have signs along route we'll offer packet pick ups prior to race day among other changes. This year we will also have an option for a small donation to have a photo of your warrior on the course and on run sign up page.
Route will start at Channahon State Park, heading south along the scenic and picturesque I&M canal. We will have various veterans resources, vendors/sponsors. We will have food trucks, 50/50 drawing, Shirt will have a spot for you to write in the name of who you're running in Honor of. Honoring our veterans both past and present who are battling PTSD and continuing to raise awareness and support. Packet pick ups will be held at the K9s for Veterans retail store located at 631 E Boughton Rd Suite 155, Bolingbrook, Il, 60440. ( email to go with packet pick up details)
VOLUNTEERS! Please send email to Wendy at [email protected]. Please include if you're looking to earn community service hours and age.
5k Registration Includes:
5k Run/Walk Entry
Chip Timed Race Bib
The first 300 participants will receive a finisher medal
Awards will be overall and age category recognition pins.
Races
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5k Run/Walk/Ruck
Incl. $3.99 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$43.99
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