"Run For A Vet"
- Date Sat 7th June 2025
- Time 6:45AM EST
- Location Branson, Missouri
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "Run For A Vet" event on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the beautiful Dewey Short Visitors Center in Branson, Taney. This uplifting race is dedicated to honoring our veterans and supporting those in need, with all proceeds benefiting the local Branson Veterans of America 913 chapter. Participants can choose between two exciting race distances: a challenging Half Marathon, featuring three scenic loops of 4.36 miles each along the picturesque Lakeshore Trail, and a fun 5K, which is a single loop of 3.1 miles.
Race day festivities kick off with packet pickup on Friday from 5 PM to 7 PM, followed by race day registration from 6:00 AM to 6:30 AM. The Half Marathon starts bright and early at 6:45 AM, while the 5K race begins at 7:30 AM. With a fast, out-and-back course that offers stunning views of Table Rock Lake, this event promises a memorable experience for runners of all ages and abilities. Awards will be given to top finishers in multiple categories, including Overall Male and Female, Masters, and age groups, making this an event not to be missed. Lace up
Race day festivities kick off with packet pickup on Friday from 5 PM to 7 PM, followed by race day registration from 6:00 AM to 6:30 AM. The Half Marathon starts bright and early at 6:45 AM, while the 5K race begins at 7:30 AM. With a fast, out-and-back course that offers stunning views of Table Rock Lake, this event promises a memorable experience for runners of all ages and abilities. Awards will be given to top finishers in multiple categories, including Overall Male and Female, Masters, and age groups, making this an event not to be missed. Lace up
Organiser's Description
AT THIS TIME NO DATE HAS BEEN FINALIZED FOR THE RUN.
Sponsored by Branson Veterans of America 913 (BVA913) to honor our Veterans. This race helps to raise money for veterans that are in need.
The Branson Veterans of America 913 is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to support all American veterans, focusing on helping veterans and their families from all areas of service. We do this by:
1. Promoting honor to all who have patriotically served our country in any of the Armed Forces of the United States of America through organization and support of public gatherings and ceremonies.
2. Supporting education of patriotism, duties of citizenship, and honor of our Flag through the organizations scholarship program, support and encouragement of local educational institutions for patriotic education, and individual conduct within the communities.
3. Assisting fellow veterans and their families through physical and economic response to special needs, encouragement and support for a healthy lifestyle, and a sense of community.
4. Working in partnership with local government and private agencies to assure an environment for safe and secure living for all veterans and their families.
BRANSON VETERANS OF AMERICA 913 VISION STATEMENT:
The Branson Veterans of America 913 vision is to be a prominent organization for ensuring veterans of all eras are respected for their service and for promoting honor for the United States of America.
Location: Dewey Short Visitors Center, 4500 State Hwy 165 Branson, MO
Packet Pickup Friday 5-7pm. Race day registration from 6:00 to 6:30am. (Located at the beginning of the running trail)
Half Marathon will begin at 6:45am 5K will begin at 7:30am
Race Course: Dewey Short Visitors Center to Lakeshore Trail to State Park Marina
(Asphalt surfaced trail)
Fast, out & back course; with a scenic view of Table Rock Lake every step of the way!
* 5K will be one loop of 3.1 miles & Half Marathon is 3 loops of 4.36 miles each
Information: Race Director - TBD
Awards for each race: Trophies to Overall Male & Female; Overall Masters Male & Female (40 and above)
Age group awards (Male & Female) 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Awards for 5K will be at 8:30am, Half Marathon awards will be after the last runner comes across the finish line.
All race proceeds will go to the Local Branson BVA 913 Chapter. (All payments are final)
Sponsored by Branson Veterans of America 913 (BVA913) to honor our Veterans. This race helps to raise money for veterans that are in need.
The Branson Veterans of America 913 is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to support all American veterans, focusing on helping veterans and their families from all areas of service. We do this by:
1. Promoting honor to all who have patriotically served our country in any of the Armed Forces of the United States of America through organization and support of public gatherings and ceremonies.
2. Supporting education of patriotism, duties of citizenship, and honor of our Flag through the organizations scholarship program, support and encouragement of local educational institutions for patriotic education, and individual conduct within the communities.
3. Assisting fellow veterans and their families through physical and economic response to special needs, encouragement and support for a healthy lifestyle, and a sense of community.
4. Working in partnership with local government and private agencies to assure an environment for safe and secure living for all veterans and their families.
BRANSON VETERANS OF AMERICA 913 VISION STATEMENT:
The Branson Veterans of America 913 vision is to be a prominent organization for ensuring veterans of all eras are respected for their service and for promoting honor for the United States of America.
Location: Dewey Short Visitors Center, 4500 State Hwy 165 Branson, MO
Packet Pickup Friday 5-7pm. Race day registration from 6:00 to 6:30am. (Located at the beginning of the running trail)
Half Marathon will begin at 6:45am 5K will begin at 7:30am
Race Course: Dewey Short Visitors Center to Lakeshore Trail to State Park Marina
(Asphalt surfaced trail)
Fast, out & back course; with a scenic view of Table Rock Lake every step of the way!
* 5K will be one loop of 3.1 miles & Half Marathon is 3 loops of 4.36 miles each
Information: Race Director - TBD
Awards for each race: Trophies to Overall Male & Female; Overall Masters Male & Female (40 and above)
Age group awards (Male & Female) 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Awards for 5K will be at 8:30am, Half Marathon awards will be after the last runner comes across the finish line.
All race proceeds will go to the Local Branson BVA 913 Chapter. (All payments are final)
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