VCG - Freedom 5K (Friendswood)
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 7:30AM CST
- Location Friendswood, Texas
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting inaugural VCG Freedom 5K in Friendswood, Texas on Saturday, November 7th, 2026, at 7:30 AM! This family-friendly event is part of the Veterans Weekend festivities and aims to support Veteran College Grants, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational grants and scholarships for veterans, their spouses, and children. Participants will gather at Stevenson Park, near the picturesque gazebo, and embark on a scenic 5K run or walk through the charming Old Town Friendswood, all while honoring those who have served our country.
Whether you're aiming for a personal best, walking with loved ones, or bringing your furry friend along, the VCG Freedom 5K is designed for everyone. Enjoy a day filled with community spirit, including a farmers market following the race, and activities like face painting, music, and local vendor booths. With awards for top finishers and custom finisher medals, this event promises to be both rewarding and memorable. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference in the lives of veteran families while celebrating their service! Register now and be part of this meaningful event!
Whether you're aiming for a personal best, walking with loved ones, or bringing your furry friend along, the VCG Freedom 5K is designed for everyone. Enjoy a day filled with community spirit, including a farmers market following the race, and activities like face painting, music, and local vendor booths. With awards for top finishers and custom finisher medals, this event promises to be both rewarding and memorable. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference in the lives of veteran families while celebrating their service! Register now and be part of this meaningful event!
Organiser's Description
VCG - FREEDOM 5K (FRIENDSWOOD) NOV 7TH (7:30AM)
SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED! At VCG, we believe in "LEAVING No Veteran Family Behind.
Join us for the inaugural VCG Freedom 5K in Friendswood, Texas. This family-friendly Veterans Weekend event supports Veteran College Grants (VCG), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing educational grants and scholarships to veterans, spouses, and children.
Held annually on the Saturday before Veterans Day, this patriotic community event honors the men and women who served our country while helping provide educational grants and scholarships to veterans, spouses, and children.
Participants will start/end inside the park near the gazebo and then enjoy a historic scenic run/walk through beautiful Old Town Friendswood beneath the citys iconic oak trees. Whether you are running for a personal best, walking with family, pushing a stroller, or bringing your dog along, this event is designed for the entire community to come together in observance of Veterans Day. Right after the 5K, there is a farmers market event scheduled the same day in Stevenson Park.
Event Details:
* LOCATION: Stevenson Park (White Gazebo)
* RACE START: 7:30 AM
* CHECK-IN: 6:00 AM 7:00 AM
* EARLY CHECK-IN: Thursday Nov 5th (5pm-8pm), Location: TBD
* PARKING: Friendswood City Hall, Main Parking lots
* YESSTROLLER FRIENDLY
* YESPET FRIENDLY
* YESWALKER FRIENDLY
* AWARD CEREMONY: 6 AWARDS TOTAL
* TOP FEMALE YOUTH (17 & UNDER)
* TOP MALE YOUTH (17 & UNDER)
* TOP FEMALE MASTERS (40+)
* TOP MALE MASTERS (40+)
* OVERALL FEMALE CHAMPION (18 - 39)
* OVERALL MALE CHAMPION (18 - 39)
MAPMYRUN: HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/6708670622
The VCG Freedom 5K will be professionally chip timed by Run Houston Timing, providing accurate official results for all participants. The event will feature a professional inflatable start/finish arch and digital race clock display, creating a true race-day experience. Official race results will be posted online through participant RunSignup accounts and the Veteran College Grants events page following the event.
Participants Receive:
Custom Finisher Medal
Official Race Bib
Ultra Soft Performance Event Shirt (First 300 registered participants are guaranteed their selected size)
Additional Family Activities:
* Coffee Station
* St. Arnold's BreweryOfficial Beer Sponsor!
* Face Painting for Families and Children
* Patriotic Veterans Weekend Atmosphere
* Community Vendor Canopies
* Music & DJ
* STANDARD REGISTRATION - ADULT: $35
* SPECIAL PRICING - UNDER TWELVE: $20
FUNDRAISING:
AS A CHARITY FUNDRAISING EVENT, PARTICIPANTS ARE "ENCOURAGED," BUT NEVER REQUIRED, TO HELP RAISE SUPPORT FOR VETERAN FAMILIES THROUGH PERSONAL FUNDRAISING EFFORTS. Even small donations from friends, family, and coworkers can help provide educational grants for veterans, spouses, and children pursuing new career opportunities after military service.
PARTICIPANTS WHO WISH TO MAKE AN EVEN GREATER IMPACT ARE INVITED TO CREATE A PERSONAL FUNDRAISING PAGE TO HELP SUPPORT EDUCATIONAL GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS FOR VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES. FUNDRAISING IS COMPLETELY OPTIONAL BUT GREATLY APPRECIATED.
Come run, walk, honor, and support veteran families with the gift of education, one step at a time.
For sponsorship opportunities, volunteer information, or general event questions, please contact:
HELLO@VETERANCOLLEGEGRANTS.ORG
Register today and help support veterans and their families through education.
Registration for this event is advertised with secure payment through RunSignup.
Thank you,
VETERAN COLLEGE GRANTS TEAM
SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED! At VCG, we believe in "LEAVING No Veteran Family Behind.
Join us for the inaugural VCG Freedom 5K in Friendswood, Texas. This family-friendly Veterans Weekend event supports Veteran College Grants (VCG), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing educational grants and scholarships to veterans, spouses, and children.
Held annually on the Saturday before Veterans Day, this patriotic community event honors the men and women who served our country while helping provide educational grants and scholarships to veterans, spouses, and children.
Participants will start/end inside the park near the gazebo and then enjoy a historic scenic run/walk through beautiful Old Town Friendswood beneath the citys iconic oak trees. Whether you are running for a personal best, walking with family, pushing a stroller, or bringing your dog along, this event is designed for the entire community to come together in observance of Veterans Day. Right after the 5K, there is a farmers market event scheduled the same day in Stevenson Park.
Event Details:
* LOCATION: Stevenson Park (White Gazebo)
* RACE START: 7:30 AM
* CHECK-IN: 6:00 AM 7:00 AM
* EARLY CHECK-IN: Thursday Nov 5th (5pm-8pm), Location: TBD
* PARKING: Friendswood City Hall, Main Parking lots
* YESSTROLLER FRIENDLY
* YESPET FRIENDLY
* YESWALKER FRIENDLY
* AWARD CEREMONY: 6 AWARDS TOTAL
* TOP FEMALE YOUTH (17 & UNDER)
* TOP MALE YOUTH (17 & UNDER)
* TOP FEMALE MASTERS (40+)
* TOP MALE MASTERS (40+)
* OVERALL FEMALE CHAMPION (18 - 39)
* OVERALL MALE CHAMPION (18 - 39)
MAPMYRUN: HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/6708670622
The VCG Freedom 5K will be professionally chip timed by Run Houston Timing, providing accurate official results for all participants. The event will feature a professional inflatable start/finish arch and digital race clock display, creating a true race-day experience. Official race results will be posted online through participant RunSignup accounts and the Veteran College Grants events page following the event.
Participants Receive:
Custom Finisher Medal
Official Race Bib
Ultra Soft Performance Event Shirt (First 300 registered participants are guaranteed their selected size)
Additional Family Activities:
* Coffee Station
* St. Arnold's BreweryOfficial Beer Sponsor!
* Face Painting for Families and Children
* Patriotic Veterans Weekend Atmosphere
* Community Vendor Canopies
* Music & DJ
* STANDARD REGISTRATION - ADULT: $35
* SPECIAL PRICING - UNDER TWELVE: $20
FUNDRAISING:
AS A CHARITY FUNDRAISING EVENT, PARTICIPANTS ARE "ENCOURAGED," BUT NEVER REQUIRED, TO HELP RAISE SUPPORT FOR VETERAN FAMILIES THROUGH PERSONAL FUNDRAISING EFFORTS. Even small donations from friends, family, and coworkers can help provide educational grants for veterans, spouses, and children pursuing new career opportunities after military service.
PARTICIPANTS WHO WISH TO MAKE AN EVEN GREATER IMPACT ARE INVITED TO CREATE A PERSONAL FUNDRAISING PAGE TO HELP SUPPORT EDUCATIONAL GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS FOR VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES. FUNDRAISING IS COMPLETELY OPTIONAL BUT GREATLY APPRECIATED.
Come run, walk, honor, and support veteran families with the gift of education, one step at a time.
For sponsorship opportunities, volunteer information, or general event questions, please contact:
HELLO@VETERANCOLLEGEGRANTS.ORG
Register today and help support veterans and their families through education.
Registration for this event is advertised with secure payment through RunSignup.
Thank you,
VETERAN COLLEGE GRANTS TEAM
Races
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VCG - Freedom 5K (Friendswood)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (7:30AM CST)
$38.10
The Start & Finish is near the Gazebo. Additional parking is available at Friendswood City Hall, Stevenson Park swimming pool area. There is a farmers market on the same day after the event.
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Location
910 S. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, TX 77546, Friendswood, 77546, TX, United States
VCG - Freedom 5K (Friendswood)
