Run 4 Our Veterans 5K
- Date Sun 10th November 2024
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Run 4 Our Veterans 5K on Sunday, November 10, 2024, in the beautiful South County Regional Park in Punta Gorda, Charlotte! This spirited event not only invites participants to challenge themselves with a 5K race, but also serves as a heartfelt tribute to the brave men and women who have served in the military.
All race proceeds will benefit Bert's Salute to America and Girls on the Run SWFL, ensuring that your participation makes a positive impact in the community. Participants will receive a stylish unisex cotton/poly race shirt, a souvenir finishers dog tag medallion, and be eligible for age group awards! Plus, enjoy delicious post-race food and a free beer to celebrate your accomplishment. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor our veterans and create a lasting memory—register today and add your veteran's name to the memorial wall as a tribute to their sacrifice!
All race proceeds will benefit Bert's Salute to America and Girls on the Run SWFL, ensuring that your participation makes a positive impact in the community. Participants will receive a stylish unisex cotton/poly race shirt, a souvenir finishers dog tag medallion, and be eligible for age group awards! Plus, enjoy delicious post-race food and a free beer to celebrate your accomplishment. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor our veterans and create a lasting memory—register today and add your veteran's name to the memorial wall as a tribute to their sacrifice!
Organiser's Description
IMPORTANT UPDATE: RUN 4 OUR VETS LOCATION AND EVENT CHANGE
Due to damage to the course in Punta Gorda and permitting restrictions at the new location, the Run 4 Our Vets event will now be a 5K-ONLY RACE. The event date remains the same on November 10, 2024 and will take place at SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL PARK IN PUNTA GORDA.
If you are registered for the 10K event, your registration will automatically roll into a 5K registration. We appreciate your understanding as we make these adjustments to ensure a smooth and enjoyable event for all participants. All other event details, including registration perks and our dedication to honoring veterans, remain unchanged.
ALL RACE PROCEEDS benefit Bert's Salute to America and Girls on the Run SWFL.
HONOR YOUR VETERAN BY ADDING THEIR NAME TO OUR MEMORIAL WALL! These banners will be kept and displayed at future events, serving as a lasting tribute to our heroes. Join us in creating a powerful moment of remembrance and gratitude. Add your name here. [https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/FL/PuntaGorda/VeteransDayMemorial5k10k]
Registration Includes:
*Unisex Cotton/Poly Race Shirt (Upgrade to a performance tank or tee!) [https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/FL/PuntaGorda/VeteransDayMemorial5k10k]
*Souvenir finishers dog tag medallion
*Age Group awards for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
*Overall Male & Female Awards
*Post race food
*FREE beer!
_Military Veterans, please email your branch of service and rank to [email protected] for your special discount code. Local running clubs receive a $5.00 discount. If your club is not on runsignup, check with your club leadership for your discount code._
BERT'S SALUTE TO AMERICA MISSION- TO EMPOWER, EDUCATE AND IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND STANDARD OF LIVING FOR THOSE WHO SAVE THE LIVES OF OTHERS.
GIRLS ON THE RUN SWFL MISSION- TO INSPIRE GIRLS TO BE HEALTHY, JOYFUL, AND CONFIDENT THROUGH A RESEARCH BASED CURRICULUM THAT CREATIVELY INTEGRATES RUNNING.
Race Directed by Kristen Manomat, Girls on the Run SWFL [https://www.gotrswfl.org/]
Course and Timing by- Beach Bum Timing [https://www.facebook.com/beachbumtiming/]
Pre-Race PACKET PICKUP SCHEDULE: Friday, November 8th, 4:30 - 6:30 PM. at South County Park baseball field pavilion, 670 Cooper Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33950.
Race Day PACKET PICKUP: Sunday, November 10th, 6:45 - 7:30 AM at South County Park baseball field pavilion.
**SORRY - NO REFUNDS OR RAIN DATES.
Due to damage to the course in Punta Gorda and permitting restrictions at the new location, the Run 4 Our Vets event will now be a 5K-ONLY RACE. The event date remains the same on November 10, 2024 and will take place at SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL PARK IN PUNTA GORDA.
If you are registered for the 10K event, your registration will automatically roll into a 5K registration. We appreciate your understanding as we make these adjustments to ensure a smooth and enjoyable event for all participants. All other event details, including registration perks and our dedication to honoring veterans, remain unchanged.
ALL RACE PROCEEDS benefit Bert's Salute to America and Girls on the Run SWFL.
HONOR YOUR VETERAN BY ADDING THEIR NAME TO OUR MEMORIAL WALL! These banners will be kept and displayed at future events, serving as a lasting tribute to our heroes. Join us in creating a powerful moment of remembrance and gratitude. Add your name here. [https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/FL/PuntaGorda/VeteransDayMemorial5k10k]
Registration Includes:
*Unisex Cotton/Poly Race Shirt (Upgrade to a performance tank or tee!) [https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/FL/PuntaGorda/VeteransDayMemorial5k10k]
*Souvenir finishers dog tag medallion
*Age Group awards for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
*Overall Male & Female Awards
*Post race food
*FREE beer!
_Military Veterans, please email your branch of service and rank to [email protected] for your special discount code. Local running clubs receive a $5.00 discount. If your club is not on runsignup, check with your club leadership for your discount code._
BERT'S SALUTE TO AMERICA MISSION- TO EMPOWER, EDUCATE AND IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND STANDARD OF LIVING FOR THOSE WHO SAVE THE LIVES OF OTHERS.
GIRLS ON THE RUN SWFL MISSION- TO INSPIRE GIRLS TO BE HEALTHY, JOYFUL, AND CONFIDENT THROUGH A RESEARCH BASED CURRICULUM THAT CREATIVELY INTEGRATES RUNNING.
Race Directed by Kristen Manomat, Girls on the Run SWFL [https://www.gotrswfl.org/]
Course and Timing by- Beach Bum Timing [https://www.facebook.com/beachbumtiming/]
Pre-Race PACKET PICKUP SCHEDULE: Friday, November 8th, 4:30 - 6:30 PM. at South County Park baseball field pavilion, 670 Cooper Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33950.
Race Day PACKET PICKUP: Sunday, November 10th, 6:45 - 7:30 AM at South County Park baseball field pavilion.
**SORRY - NO REFUNDS OR RAIN DATES.
Races
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5k Distance
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Standard Unisex Shirt
Sun 10th November 2024 (8:00AM EST)
$43.40
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