GySgt. Thomas J. Sullivan Remembrance Run & Walk 10 Year Anniversary

  • Date Sun 9th November 2025
  • Time 9:30AM EST
  • Location Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Price $32.80 - $43.40
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the 10th Annual GySgt. Thomas J. Sullivan Remembrance Run & Walk on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Springfield, Hampden. This vibrant event honors the heroism of Gunnery Sgt. Thomas J. Sullivan, a dedicated Marine who made the ultimate sacrifice while defending our country. Participants can choose to run a 5K or enjoy a scenic 2-mile walk, making it a perfect occasion for both serious runners and families looking to support a noble cause.

Kick off the day with registration at 8:00 AM, followed by a heartfelt opening ceremony at 9:20 AM. The 5K runners will take off at 9:30 AM, with the 2-mile walkers starting shortly after at 9:45 AM. After the race, join us for an exciting after-party featuring live music, delicious food, and drinks, with lunch served by Nathan Bills. Proceeds from this event will benefit the GySgt Sullivan Scholarship Fund, ensuring that his legacy lives on while supporting future generations. Don’t miss out on early bird pricing and the chance to receive a commemorative T-shirt if you register by October 26, 2025. Come out, show

Organiser's Description

Join us for our 10TH ANNUAL GYSGT THOMAS J. SULLIVAN REMEMBRANCE RUN, a 5k or 2-mile walk with EARLY BIRD PRICING!!!

Gunnery Sgt. Thomas J. Sullivan, 40, gave his life while defending his country on Thursday, July 16, 2015, during an attack on a Naval Reserve Center in Chattanooga, TN. He was a three-time Purple Heart recipient, Navy and Marine Corps Medal, and an Iraq veteran.

Proceeds benefit the GySgt Sullivan Scholarship Fund. Pre-race dinner specials the night before at Nathan Bills, with an After-party immediately following the race. Live MUSIC, FOOD & DRINKS.

5K RUN & WALK PRICING:
Regular Pricing: $35.00
Day of Race: $40.00

T-shirts are guaranteed to all in-person participants registered by October 26th, 2025.

We kick off rain or shine!
8:00 am | Registration, BIB & T-shirt Pick Up
8:15 am | Raffle Sales Open
9:20 am | Opening Remarks & Ceremony
9:30 am | 5k Runners Begin
9:45 am | 2 Mile Walkers Begin
11:00 am | Medals Awarded
Noon - Lunch Served by Nathan Bills



Proceeds benefit the GySgt Thomas J. Sullivan Memorial Fund and honor our local Marines of MWSS-472, Detachment Bravo.
If you're interested in sponsoring this event or donating raffle items, please email [email protected]

Races

  • 5k Run

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 9th November 2025 (9:30AM EST)

    $43.40

    CLOSED
  • 2 Mile Walk

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 9th November 2025 (9:45AM EST)

    $43.40

    CLOSED
  • Virtual 5k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee

    $32.80

    CLOSED

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110 Island Pond Rd, Springfield, 01118, MA, United States

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