RUCK FOR THE RIBBON 5K

  • Date Thu 30th September 2027 - Sat 23rd October 2027
  • Time 3:30PM EDT
  • Location Plant City, Florida
  • Price Free
  • Races 13 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join the exciting Ruck for the Ribbon event, taking place from September 30 to October 23, 2027, in the vibrant Plant City, Hillsborough. This uplifting ruck/walk is designed to raise breast cancer awareness while supporting the invaluable work of Sisters Network Tampa Bay. Participants can choose to engage in either an in-person 3K event on October 20, starting at 4:00 PM at the Plant City Army Recruiting Station, or opt for a virtual 3K or 5K that can be completed anytime by October 24.

Whether you’re marching alongside fellow supporters or tackling the distance on your own, each step carries a powerful message of solidarity. Don’t forget to wear your pink attire to showcase your support! All registered finishers will receive a medal, and virtual participants can submit their results online to earn theirs. This is more than just a race; it's a community-driven initiative to honor survivors, remember those lost, and support the ongoing fight against breast cancer. Sign up by October 20 to be a part of this meaningful event and help make a difference!

Organiser's Description

Ruck for the Ribbon is an in-person and virtual ruck/walk that raises breast cancer awareness and supports Sisters Network Tampa Bay.

Participants must carry a backpack or rucksack; added weight is optional. Together, we carry the weight to honor survivors, remember those weve lost, and support those still fighting.

IN-PERSON 3K | OCT. 20
Check-in: 3:30 PM | Start: 4:00 PM
Meet at the Plant City Army Recruiting Station. Participants will carpool to the trail. Route provided to registered participants.
REGISTERED FINISHERS RECEIVE A MEDAL.
No on-site registration.

VIRTUAL 3K/5K | COMPLETE BY OCT. 24
Complete a 3K or 5K anywhere.

HOW TO LOG YOUR RESULTS
1 Go to the Ruck for the Ribbon RunSignup page.
2 Open Menu -> Results.
3 Select Submit Virtual Results.
4 Select your registration.
5 Enter your completed distance.
6 Upload a screenshot/image of your completed activity.
7 Select Submit Activity. check mark button
VIRTUAL FINISHER MEDALS
We'll mail your medal after you submit your results and pay the shipping fee.

The first wave of Ruck for the Ribbon virtual medals ships on October 23.

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
Wear pink.
Share your completion on Instagram and tag @SSGDawkins with #R4DR.

DONATE
Donations directly support SISTERS NETWORK INC.TAMPA BAY and may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Keep your donation receipt for your records.

Registration closes Oct. 20.

_Carry the weight. Support the fight._

_Community-led initiative; not an_ _official U.S. Army event or fundraiser._

Races

  • Ruck for the Ribbon 5K (In Person)

    Tue 19th October 2027 (3:30PM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 22 SEP 27
  • Ruck for the Ribbon 5K (Virtual)

    Incl. Finisher Medal

    Free

    OPENS 03 OCT 27
  • DMV Crew R4DR 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal

    Free

    OPENS 03 OCT 27
  • Fort Knox Crew R4DR 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal

    Free

    OPENS 04 OCT 27
  • Fort Rucker Crew R4DR 5k

    Incl. Finisher Medal

    Free

    OPENS 04 OCT 27
  • Jacksonville Crew R4DR 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal

    Free

    OPENS 04 OCT 27
  • Knoxville Crew R4DR 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal

    Free

    OPENS 06 OCT 27
  • Santa Clara Crew R4DR 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal (Ships Oct. 20)

    Free

    OPENS 07 OCT 27
  • Newark Crew R4DR 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal (Ships Oct. 20)

    Free

    OPENS 07 OCT 27
  • Barre Crew R4DR 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal (Ships Oct. 20)

    Free

    OPENS 08 OCT 27
  • Charleston Crew R4DR 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal (Ships Oct 20)

    Free

    OPENS 09 OCT 27
  • Fort Leonard Wood Crew R4D4 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal (Ships Oct 20)

    Free

    OPENS 09 OCT 27
  • Minnesota Crew R4DR 5K

    Incl. Finisher Medal (Ships Oct 24)

    Free

    OPENS 11 OCT 27

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Location

2909 James L. Redman Parkway, Ste 9, Plant City, 33811, FL, United States

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