Veteran's Day 5K
- Date Sat 8th November 2025
- Time 11:00AM CST
- Location Danville, Illinois
- Price $16.90
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us on Saturday, November 8th, 2025, for the exciting 9th Annual Veteran's Day 5K in beautiful Danville, Vermilion! This uplifting fundraising event benefits the American Legion Post 210 and is a fantastic opportunity to honor our veterans while enjoying a day of community and fitness. The race kicks off at 11:00 AM, with registration available online until November 6th and on-site from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome on this fun and slightly challenging 5K course that loops through a friendly residential neighborhood, starting and finishing at the legion. Participants can enjoy a smooth yet engaging route with a few gentle hills, perfect for joggers, walkers, and even families with strollers. Every finisher will receive a commemorative dog tag, while the top male and female finishers will be awarded a trophy and free entry for next year’s event. After the race, stick around for a festive after-party featuring free chili, desserts, and a silent auction. Join us in making a difference for local veterans and their families while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and support!
Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome on this fun and slightly challenging 5K course that loops through a friendly residential neighborhood, starting and finishing at the legion. Participants can enjoy a smooth yet engaging route with a few gentle hills, perfect for joggers, walkers, and even families with strollers. Every finisher will receive a commemorative dog tag, while the top male and female finishers will be awarded a trophy and free entry for next year’s event. After the race, stick around for a festive after-party featuring free chili, desserts, and a silent auction. Join us in making a difference for local veterans and their families while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and support!
Organiser's Description
9TH ANNUAL VETERAN'S DAY 5K FUNDRAISER FOR THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 210.
REGISTRATION: ONLINE REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE UNTIL NOVEMBER 6TH
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 9:30 AM TO 10:30 AM PRICE INCREASE $20 FOR THE RACE ONLY
PACKET PICKUP: You can pick up your packet which includes your race bib and shirt (if you ordered one) on race day at the legion from 9:00am to 10:30 am
RACE DAY T-SHIRT: No holds on shirts if you do not pick-up prior to the race start. No exceptions! Shirts will be available for sale and order on race day.
_NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS ON THIS FUNDRAISING EVENT_
ORDER OF EVENTS
PRERACE: Pledge of Allegiance and National Anthem (Kayla Officer) followed by send off presented by the American Legion Post 210 Honor Guard
RACE START TIME: Saturday November 8th at 11:00 am
COURSE: This 5K course is full of surprises. This 5k course starts at the legion and heads north in a loop around the residential neighborhood and ends right back at the legion. The course somewhat flat but has some fun hills for a bit a a challenge. Nothing too serious. (LOL) You can run, walk, jog, flip or roll with a stroller. No pet allowed for liability reasons.
FINISHER AWARDS: All finishers will receive a dog tag. First Male and First Female will receive a trophy and free entry for the next year (non-transferable)
FUNDRAISER: Funds raised from this event helps with many programs in the American Legion. In the past we have used these funds to help local veterans with, clothing, food, blessing bags and so much more. Funds raised also help with building improvement funds like updating the handicapped restrooms. All this is possible with your help and participation.
AFTER PARTY: The legion opens with refreshment services at 10:00 for this event. There will be free chili and desserts after the race so make sure you stick around. There will be a silent auction along with a 50/50.
GUEST SPEAKER: TO BE ANNOUNCED.
REGISTRATION: ONLINE REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE UNTIL NOVEMBER 6TH
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 9:30 AM TO 10:30 AM PRICE INCREASE $20 FOR THE RACE ONLY
PACKET PICKUP: You can pick up your packet which includes your race bib and shirt (if you ordered one) on race day at the legion from 9:00am to 10:30 am
RACE DAY T-SHIRT: No holds on shirts if you do not pick-up prior to the race start. No exceptions! Shirts will be available for sale and order on race day.
_NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS ON THIS FUNDRAISING EVENT_
ORDER OF EVENTS
PRERACE: Pledge of Allegiance and National Anthem (Kayla Officer) followed by send off presented by the American Legion Post 210 Honor Guard
RACE START TIME: Saturday November 8th at 11:00 am
COURSE: This 5K course is full of surprises. This 5k course starts at the legion and heads north in a loop around the residential neighborhood and ends right back at the legion. The course somewhat flat but has some fun hills for a bit a a challenge. Nothing too serious. (LOL) You can run, walk, jog, flip or roll with a stroller. No pet allowed for liability reasons.
FINISHER AWARDS: All finishers will receive a dog tag. First Male and First Female will receive a trophy and free entry for the next year (non-transferable)
FUNDRAISER: Funds raised from this event helps with many programs in the American Legion. In the past we have used these funds to help local veterans with, clothing, food, blessing bags and so much more. Funds raised also help with building improvement funds like updating the handicapped restrooms. All this is possible with your help and participation.
AFTER PARTY: The legion opens with refreshment services at 10:00 for this event. There will be free chili and desserts after the race so make sure you stick around. There will be a silent auction along with a 50/50.
GUEST SPEAKER: TO BE ANNOUNCED.
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