On Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Red Tail Pavilion at Oak Point Preserve in Plano, Texas (2801 E. Spring Creek Pkwy), VFW Post 2195 (Allen) and VFW Post 4380 (Plano), in proud partnership with the Plano Flags of Honor, will host the inaugural Patriots Run.

The event begins with a course orientation and group warm-up at 7:30 AM, ensuring runners are ready to go. At 8:00 AM, families, kids, and walkers can enjoy the 1-Mile Fun Run, a perfect way to participate at a relaxed pace. The highlight of the morning, the Patriots Run 5K, kicks off at 8:30 AM with a festive start line filled with music, cheers, and patriotic spirit.

After the run, participants and spectators are invited to stay for a community celebration featuring:

. Awards & recognition ceremony honoring top finishers and age-group winners.

. Refreshments and snacks provided by local sponsors.

. Vendor booths and sponsor tents with our community partners.

. Family-friendly activities and photo opportunities among the hundreds of American flags displayed at the Plano Flags of Honor.

. A special moment to honor veterans and their families, recognizing the true purpose behind the event.

This first-ever Patriots Run is more than a raceits a tribute to service, sacrifice, and community pride. Whether you come to run, walk, volunteer, or simply cheer, youll be part of a tradition we hope will grow stronger every year.

Proceeds from the event help fund veteran assistance programs, student scholarships, and outreach efforts that uphold the VFWs mission of service to veterans, their families, and our nation.