Memorial Ruck & Run 5k

Saturday, June 1, 2024 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Mooresville, North Carolina

$27.95–$49.11 · 6 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring and impactful day at the inaugural Memorial Ruck & Run 5K on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Mooresville, Iredell! This unique event offers participants a chance to honor the brave men and women who have selflessly served our nation while also engaging in a fun and challenging 5K experience. As you lace up your running shoes, you'll not only be participating in a race but also contributing to a worthy cause. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Folds of Honor, an organization dedicated to providing scholarships for the families of fallen or disabled military personnel. The remaining funds will support local veterans, ensuring that those who have served our community receive the assistance they deserve. Join us for a day of remembrance, camaraderie, and community spirit as we come together to celebrate and support our heroes!

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Races

Tier 1 Patriot (Ruck)

Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

Participants will proudly carry a small 4"x8" American Flag. Open registration is available now all the way to the morning of the event. *Participants must sign up before the 16th to receive your t-shirt the morning of the race. Anyone that signs up on the 16th or after will have to pick up their t-shirt at Richard's Coffee Shop on a later date TBD. This is due to production timelines. We Thank you for your understanding.

9:00 AM EDT

$27.95

Entries closed
Tier 1 Patriot (Run)

Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

Participants will proudly carry a small 4"x8" American Flag. Open registration is available now all the way to the morning of the event. *Participants must sign up before the 16th to receive your t-shirt the morning of the race. Anyone that signs up on the 16th or after will have to pick up their t-shirt at Richard's Coffee Shop on a later date TBD. This is due to production timelines. We Thank you for your understanding.

9:00 AM EDT

$27.95

Entries closed
Tier 2 Folds of Honor (Ruck)

Incl. $3.53 Fee & Custom t-shirt & challenge coin.

Participants will proudly carry a full-size American Flag on a Pole. (Flag not included as a giveaway. Adults & older children recommended for this level to keep the Flag off the ground.) Space is limited. Registration is open until capacity is reached. *Participants must sign up before the 16th to receive your t-shirt the morning of the race. Anyone that signs up on the 16th or after will have to pick up their t-shirt at Richard's Coffee Shop on a later date TBD. This is due to production timelines. We Thank you for your understanding.

9:00 AM EDT

$38.53

Entries closed
Tier 2 Folds of Honor (Run)

Incl. $3.53 Fee & Custom t-shirt & challenge coin.

Participants will proudly carry a full-size American Flag on a Pole. (Flag not included as a giveaway. Adults & older children recommended for this level to keep the Flag off the ground.) Space is limited. Registration is open until capacity is reached. *Participants must sign up before the 16th to receive your t-shirt the morning of the race. Anyone that signs up on the 16th or after will have to pick up their t-shirt at Richard's Coffee Shop on a later date TBD. This is due to production timelines. We Thank you for your understanding.

9:00 AM EDT

$38.53

Entries closed
Tier 3 Honor Detail (Ruck)

Incl. $4.11 Fee & Honor Detail t-shirt, challenge coin & patch.

Ruckers will briefly feel what it takes to retrieve a fallen soldier off the battlefield by way of litter (military gurney stretcher). Participation in Carrying the Fallen Each participant will hold one corner handle of the litter (military gurney stretcher) for 10 minutes during the actual ruck march event. Four participants will be carrying the simulated fallen soldier at any given time. Litter could weigh 195 lbs. or more. (Adults & teens recommended for this level due to the load bearing requirement.) Space is limited to 18 spaces. Registration is open until capacity is reached. *Participants must sign up before the 16th to receive your t-shirt the morning of the race. Anyone that signs up on the 16th or after will have to pick up their t-shirt at Richard's Coffee Shop on a later date TBD. This is due to production timelines. We Thank you for your understanding.

9:00 AM EDT

$49.11

Entries closed
Tier 3 Honor Detail (Run)

Incl. $4.11 Fee & Honor Detail t-shirt, challenge coin & patch.

Carrying load can simulate what soldiers go through at any given time during combat. From the gear they carry to the carrying another soldier off the battlefield. Participants will be placed in teams of 4 and given one sandbag. The team is required to carry the sandbag for the entire 5K. How and when a team will carry the sandbag is entirely up to the team. Each teammate must take at least one turn carrying the sandbag. Running with additional weight on your body is difficult. Be sure to take breaks as needed. Space is limited to 20 spaces. Registration is open until capacity is reached. *Participants must sign up before the 16th to receive your t-shirt the morning of the race. Anyone that signs up on the 16th or after will have to pick up their t-shirt at Richard's Coffee Shop on a later date TBD. This is due to production timelines. We Thank you for your understanding.

9:00 AM EDT

$49.11

Entries closed

Organiser's description

Join us for the inaugural Memorial Ruck & Run 5K! Taking place on Memorial Day, this duel 5K experience serves as a solemn tribute to the brave men and women who have sacrificed for our nation.

In addition to honoring our heroes, a portion of the event's proceeds will be donated to Folds of Honor. This organization provides essential scholarships to the families of America's fallen or disabled military personnel. The remainder of the proceeds will be allocated to supporting local veterans, ensuring ongoing assistance within our community.

Gather your loved ones and join us as we come together to remember, honor, and support those who have served and sacrificed for our great nation.