Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck
- Date Sat 31st May 2025 - Mon 30th June 2025
- Time 7:45AM EDT
- Location Virtual Event
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the 4th Annual Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the University of Louisville Cardinal Track Stadium in Jefferson, Louisville. This uplifting event honors the brave heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country, as well as those who continue to face the psychological battles of war. Participants can choose from a new 10K route or the traditional 5K distance, making it a perfect outing for families and runners of all levels.
With registration fees set at $25 for military veterans and $30 for civilians, this event not only promotes health and wellness but also supports vital charities like Volunteers of America Mid-States and the University of Louisville's Salute to Service Scholarship Fund. Kids 8 and under can join in the fun with a free 100-meter run! Don’t miss the chance to earn a unique finisher’s medal and awards for top finishers. Be part of this meaningful day filled with camaraderie, connection, and community spirit as we honor those who have served.
With registration fees set at $25 for military veterans and $30 for civilians, this event not only promotes health and wellness but also supports vital charities like Volunteers of America Mid-States and the University of Louisville's Salute to Service Scholarship Fund. Kids 8 and under can join in the fun with a free 100-meter run! Don’t miss the chance to earn a unique finisher’s medal and awards for top finishers. Be part of this meaningful day filled with camaraderie, connection, and community spirit as we honor those who have served.
Organiser's Description
OUR NATION OWES A DEBT TO ITS FALLEN HEROES THAT WE CAN NEVER FULLY REPAY"
The 4th Annual Louisville Honor Earned, Remembrance Owed (H.E.R.O.) Run/Walk/Ruck honors those who died in battle and those we lost at home to the psychological wounds of war. Join us on Saturday, May 31, 2025 for a day of camaraderie and connection. Proceeds will benefit our new charity partner, Volunteers of America Mid-States, as well as the University of Louisville's Salute to Service Scholarship Fund.
Join us to support great Veteran driven charities, learn more about local Veteran organizations, and take home a unique finisher's medal.
The Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck is a family friendly event, and will once again take place at the University of Louisville Cardinal Track Stadium, 2125 South Floyd Street in Louisville. The route will leave the track and field stadium, take participants around the beautiful University of Louisville campus, and finish on the track.
*NEW 10K OPTION FOR 2025* - WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE A NEW 10K ROUTE OPTION AT NO ADDITIONAL COST! CLICK ON THE COURSE MAP BELOW FOR MORE INFO.
REGISTRATION
$25 for Military/Veterans, $30 for civilians
Kids 8 and under can also choose to run our FREE 100-meter fun run.__
RACE AMBASSADORS
Recruit 5 friends and family to register, and get your race registration refunded! Details will be included in your confirmation email after you sign up.
PACKET PICKUP
Packet pickup will be Friday, May 30, 2025 at Mission BBQ, 4607 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY 40207, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm. Race day packet pickup and registration will be from 7:00am to 7:45am at Cardinal Track Stadium. Participants are STRONGLY encouraged to pick up their race packets / swag bags on Friday
AWARDS
All 5K and 10K finishers will receive a beautiful custom medal to add to their race collection.
Additional awards for top civilian and Veteran male and female finishers for both the 5K and 10K distances.
*BACK FOR 2025* - WE ARE EXCITED TO BRING BACK AGE GROUP AWARDS!
COURSE MAP
HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/5796686524 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5796686524] (5K)
10K RUNNERS WILL COMPLETE THE 5K COURSE TWICE.
The 4th Annual Louisville Honor Earned, Remembrance Owed (H.E.R.O.) Run/Walk/Ruck honors those who died in battle and those we lost at home to the psychological wounds of war. Join us on Saturday, May 31, 2025 for a day of camaraderie and connection. Proceeds will benefit our new charity partner, Volunteers of America Mid-States, as well as the University of Louisville's Salute to Service Scholarship Fund.
Join us to support great Veteran driven charities, learn more about local Veteran organizations, and take home a unique finisher's medal.
The Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck is a family friendly event, and will once again take place at the University of Louisville Cardinal Track Stadium, 2125 South Floyd Street in Louisville. The route will leave the track and field stadium, take participants around the beautiful University of Louisville campus, and finish on the track.
*NEW 10K OPTION FOR 2025* - WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE A NEW 10K ROUTE OPTION AT NO ADDITIONAL COST! CLICK ON THE COURSE MAP BELOW FOR MORE INFO.
REGISTRATION
$25 for Military/Veterans, $30 for civilians
Kids 8 and under can also choose to run our FREE 100-meter fun run.__
RACE AMBASSADORS
Recruit 5 friends and family to register, and get your race registration refunded! Details will be included in your confirmation email after you sign up.
PACKET PICKUP
Packet pickup will be Friday, May 30, 2025 at Mission BBQ, 4607 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY 40207, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm. Race day packet pickup and registration will be from 7:00am to 7:45am at Cardinal Track Stadium. Participants are STRONGLY encouraged to pick up their race packets / swag bags on Friday
AWARDS
All 5K and 10K finishers will receive a beautiful custom medal to add to their race collection.
Additional awards for top civilian and Veteran male and female finishers for both the 5K and 10K distances.
*BACK FOR 2025* - WE ARE EXCITED TO BRING BACK AGE GROUP AWARDS!
COURSE MAP
HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/5796686524 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5796686524] (5K)
10K RUNNERS WILL COMPLETE THE 5K COURSE TWICE.
Races
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H.E.R.O. 5K Run/Walk/Ruck
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Commemorative Medal
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
H.E.R.O 10K Run/Ruck
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Commemorative Medal
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
H.E.R.O Kids 8 & Under FREE 100 Meter Fun Run
Sat 31st May 2025 (7:45AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED -
H.E.R.O VIRTUAL Run/Walk/Ruck - 2025 Medal
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Commemorative Medal
$27.50
This is a virtual event only. -
H.E.R.O VIRTUAL Run/Walk/Ruck - 2024 Medal
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Commemorative Medal
$27.50
This is a virtual even only.
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