The Specs Movement Juneteenth Virtual Run
Friday, June 13 – Friday, June 20, 2025
Past event
Keller, Texas
$10.80–$26.25 · 2 races
Event summary
Join the celebration of freedom and fitness at The Specs Movement Juneteenth Virtual Run, taking place from June 13th to June 20th, 2025! This inspiring event invites participants from all over the country to honor Juneteenth through a 2.5-mile run or walk. While many will gather in Keller, Texas, to commemorate this significant day, those participating virtually can join in from anywhere, embracing the spirit of unity and remembrance.
Juneteenth marks the moment when the last enslaved Americans in Galveston received word of their freedom, and this 2.5-mile distance pays tribute to that historic occasion. By joining the run, you not only celebrate a pivotal moment in history but also contribute to The SPECS Movement’s annual MLK Day Scholarship fund—promoting anti-racism and cultural understanding. Plus, participants can receive a custom-designed tri-blend T-shirt to commemorate the event! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with a nationwide community, get active, and celebrate Juneteenth in a meaningful way!
Juneteenth marks the moment when the last enslaved Americans in Galveston received word of their freedom, and this 2.5-mile distance pays tribute to that historic occasion. By joining the run, you not only celebrate a pivotal moment in history but also contribute to The SPECS Movement’s annual MLK Day Scholarship fund—promoting anti-racism and cultural understanding. Plus, participants can receive a custom-designed tri-blend T-shirt to commemorate the event! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with a nationwide community, get active, and celebrate Juneteenth in a meaningful way!
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The Specs Movement Juneteenth Virtual Run (without T-Shirt)
VirtualIncl. $0.80 Fee
Entries closedFriday, Jun 13, 2025
$10.80
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The Specs Movement Juneteenth Virtual Run (T-Shirt Included)
VirtualIncl. $1.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closedFriday, Jun 13, 2025
$26.25
Organiser's description
Celebrate Freedom and Fitness at the SPECS Movements Virtual Juneteenth 2.5-Mile Run/Walk. As many will be gathered together in Keller Texas to celebrate this event. We are offering the virtual event to friend and family who would like to participate from "a Far". Juneteenth commemorates the day when the last community of enslaved Americans in Galveston, Texas, received word that they had been freed from bondage 2.5 years after the emancipation proclamation was signed. This Run/Walk is 2.5 miles in memorial of that day.
The SPECS Movement is an anti-racism and cultural understanding organization that seeks to create opportunities to see life through the perspective of others.
All proceeds will go towards The SPECS Movement annual MLK Day Scholarship fund.
WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE:
Celebrate Juneteenth: Embrace the spirit of freedom and unity as we commemorate this pivotal moment in history.
Get Active: Participate in a refreshing run that's perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
Connect with Community: Celebrate virtually with people around the nation celebrating Juneteenth
Custom-designed event T-shirt (when choosing the event with T-shirt option): Please Note the amazing Tri-blend T-Shirt for this event is the same T-Shirt we use for our local Specs Movement Juneteenth event. The Keller Juneteenth Freedom Run and it will have that branding.
Date: Friday June 13th - Thursday June 19th
Location: Virtual (Anywhere)
_Note: Race Packets will ship the week of June 16th_
The SPECS Movement is an anti-racism and cultural understanding organization that seeks to create opportunities to see life through the perspective of others.
All proceeds will go towards The SPECS Movement annual MLK Day Scholarship fund.
WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE:
Celebrate Juneteenth: Embrace the spirit of freedom and unity as we commemorate this pivotal moment in history.
Get Active: Participate in a refreshing run that's perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
Connect with Community: Celebrate virtually with people around the nation celebrating Juneteenth
Custom-designed event T-shirt (when choosing the event with T-shirt option): Please Note the amazing Tri-blend T-Shirt for this event is the same T-Shirt we use for our local Specs Movement Juneteenth event. The Keller Juneteenth Freedom Run and it will have that branding.
Date: Friday June 13th - Thursday June 19th
Location: Virtual (Anywhere)
_Note: Race Packets will ship the week of June 16th_
Location
133B Pecan St, Keller, 76248, TX, United States
The Specs Movement Juneteenth Virtual Run
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