Military Appreciation Day 5K
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location New London, Connecticut
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fitness and fun at the 2nd Annual Military Appreciation Day 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in beautiful New London, Southeastern Connecticut! This exciting event kicks off at 8:30 AM, with race day registration and check-in starting at 7:30 AM at the scenic Ocean Beach Park. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome to join in a flat and fast racecourse that promises a great experience for runners and walkers alike.
With proceeds benefiting the US Navy Marine Corps Relief Society, this 5K is not just a race; it's a celebration of our military heroes! Enjoy age-based pricing, with adults at $30, and special rates for veterans, active duty members, and students. Don't forget, participants who register by July 23rd will receive a complimentary tee shirt! After the race, join the veteran medal ceremony and take advantage of free beach access. With exciting custom medals for top finishers across various age groups, the Military Appreciation Day 5K is the perfect way to show your support and have a blast while doing it!
With proceeds benefiting the US Navy Marine Corps Relief Society, this 5K is not just a race; it's a celebration of our military heroes! Enjoy age-based pricing, with adults at $30, and special rates for veterans, active duty members, and students. Don't forget, participants who register by July 23rd will receive a complimentary tee shirt! After the race, join the veteran medal ceremony and take advantage of free beach access. With exciting custom medals for top finishers across various age groups, the Military Appreciation Day 5K is the perfect way to show your support and have a blast while doing it!
Organiser's Description
2ND ANNUAL MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY 5K
SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023, AT 8:30AM
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND CHECK IN BEGINS AT 7:30 AM
LOCATION: OCEAN BEACH PARK, NEW LONDON
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE US NAVY MARINE CORP RELIEF SOCIETY
TEE SHIRTS TO ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY JULY 23RD
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ADULTS- $30.00
VETERANS AND ACTIVE DUTY - $15.00 **VETERANS & ACTIVE DUTY USE CODE "VETERANS" AT CHECKOUT.
STUDENTS 13-21 YRS. OLD- $15.00- AGE BASED PRICING ADJUSTED AT CHECKOUT.
CHILDREN 12 YRS. OLD AND UNDER- $10.00 -AGE BASED PRICING ADJUSTED AT CHECKOUT.
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RACE DAY REGISTRATION- $40.00
ALL RUNNERS AND WALKERS ARE WELCOME. STROLLERS ARE WELCOME. SORRY, NO DOGS.
BEACH ACCESS AVAILABLE FOR FREE AFTER THE RACE. AS WELL AS THE VETERAN MEDAL CEREMONY.
MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY 5K RACECOURSE IS FLAT AND FAST. AID STATIONS AT 1/2-WAY POINT AND FINISH LINE.
CUSTOM MEDAL FOR TOP OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE PLUS 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
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THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
GENERAL DYNAMICS/ELECTRIC BOAT
CITY OF NEW LONDON DEPT. OF VETERAN AFFAIRS
SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023, AT 8:30AM
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND CHECK IN BEGINS AT 7:30 AM
LOCATION: OCEAN BEACH PARK, NEW LONDON
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE US NAVY MARINE CORP RELIEF SOCIETY
TEE SHIRTS TO ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY JULY 23RD
*
ADULTS- $30.00
VETERANS AND ACTIVE DUTY - $15.00 **VETERANS & ACTIVE DUTY USE CODE "VETERANS" AT CHECKOUT.
STUDENTS 13-21 YRS. OLD- $15.00- AGE BASED PRICING ADJUSTED AT CHECKOUT.
CHILDREN 12 YRS. OLD AND UNDER- $10.00 -AGE BASED PRICING ADJUSTED AT CHECKOUT.
*
RACE DAY REGISTRATION- $40.00
ALL RUNNERS AND WALKERS ARE WELCOME. STROLLERS ARE WELCOME. SORRY, NO DOGS.
BEACH ACCESS AVAILABLE FOR FREE AFTER THE RACE. AS WELL AS THE VETERAN MEDAL CEREMONY.
MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY 5K RACECOURSE IS FLAT AND FAST. AID STATIONS AT 1/2-WAY POINT AND FINISH LINE.
CUSTOM MEDAL FOR TOP OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE PLUS 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
*
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
GENERAL DYNAMICS/ELECTRIC BOAT
CITY OF NEW LONDON DEPT. OF VETERAN AFFAIRS
Races
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Military Appreciation Day 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 MAYMAD 5K is a relatively flat course with beautiful water views along much of the run. Plan on arriving 30-60 minutes before race start time to ensure you have time to park and check in and pick up swag and get situated. Water station at 1/2 way point. Water for finish line. With participant purchase each racer will obtain free access to parking at Ocean Beach Park. You will also have access to the 3:00 PM Veteran War Medal ceremony. Custom Medal winner for top men and women overall and in every 10 year division. T-shirts to all racers who register no later than July 23. $30/ participant $10/Veteran or Active duty $40/ day of race registration 07:30 AM registration / bib and shirt pick up starts 08:15 AM registration / bib and shirt pick up ends 08:30 AM race starts 09:30 AM final finishers 09:30 AM awards 100% net proceeds are donated to US Navy Marine Corp Relief Society We will be offering T-shirts for anyone who registers until two weeks prior to race day.
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