KU Vets Day 5K

  • Date Sun 9th November 2025
  • Time 9:00AM CST
  • Location Lawrence, Kansas
  • Price $33.45 - $43.95
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the annual KU Vets Day 5K on Sunday, November 9th, 2025, in Lawrence, Douglas! This exciting event honors our past and present veterans while raising awareness of their invaluable contributions to both the university and the community. Runners will embark on a scenic 5K route through the beautiful KU campus, passing by notable war memorials that pay tribute to those who have served. While this year’s starting and finishing point has been adjusted due to construction at Memorial Stadium, an alternative route is in the works, and further details will be shared soon. All proceeds from the KU Vets Day 5K will support the KU Student Veterans of America chapter, the KU Veterans Alumni Network, and the Lt. Gen. William K. Jones Military-Affiliated Student Center. Don’t miss this inspiring opportunity to celebrate our veterans and make a difference in their lives!

Organiser's Description

The annual KU Vets Day 5K, hosted by the KU Student Veterans of America and the Veterans Alumni Network, honors our past/present veterans and raises awareness of the roles veterans play in our university and community. The 5K usually begins and ends at Memorial Stadium, traveling through the KU campus past KUs war memorials. This year, due to construction at Memorial Stadium, an alternative campus route is being planned. More information about this year's route will become available at a later date. All proceeds from the Vets Day 5K support KU Student Veterans of America chapter, the KU Veterans Alumni Network and the Lt. Gen. William K. Jones Military-Affiliated Student Center.

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 9th November 2025 (9:00AM CST)

    $33.45

  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    $43.95

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Location

The Jayhawk Welcome Center, 1266 Oread Avenue, Lawrence, 66045, KS, United States

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