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
Event summary
Join us for the annual KU Vets Day 5K on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Lawrence, Douglas! This uplifting event honors our past and present veterans while raising awareness of their vital contributions to both the university and the broader community. The race typically kicks off and concludes at the iconic Memorial Stadium, taking participants on a scenic route through the KU campus and past its poignant war memorials. This year, due to renovations at the stadium, the race will start and finish at the KU Welcome Center located at 1266 Oread Avenue. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, your participation helps 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 chance to celebrate and support our veterans while enjoying a beautiful day outdoors!
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, the start and end of the race will take place at the KU Welcome Center (1266 Oread Avenue). 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.
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The Jayhawk Welcome Center, 1266 Oread Avenue, Lawrence, 66045, KS, United States
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