Vets Day 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 8:45AM CST
- Location Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Price Free - $36.65
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your winter running season with purpose at the Vets Day 5K & 10K on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in the heart of Milwaukee! Hosted at the iconic War Memorial, this uplifting event honors our brave veterans and active-duty service members, making it a meaningful experience for all participants. Runners will traverse the scenic paths of Veterans Park, enjoying the beautiful surroundings as they compete in either the 5K or 10K distance.
This event is part of the Wisconsin Chilly Willy Winter Run Series, so come join hundreds of fellow runners and celebrate our heroes while embracing the joy of running. After crossing the finish line, don't miss the awards ceremony and the chance to warm up with a delightful hot chocolate bar. Plus, your participation supports a great cause—proceeds from the race go to Operation Finally Home, which builds mortgage-free homes for veterans and their families. Lace up your shoes and be part of this inspiring day!
This event is part of the Wisconsin Chilly Willy Winter Run Series, so come join hundreds of fellow runners and celebrate our heroes while embracing the joy of running. After crossing the finish line, don't miss the awards ceremony and the chance to warm up with a delightful hot chocolate bar. Plus, your participation supports a great cause—proceeds from the race go to Operation Finally Home, which builds mortgage-free homes for veterans and their families. Lace up your shoes and be part of this inspiring day!
Organiser's Description
Begin your winter running season with meaning at the Vets Day 5K & 10K presented by Cargill & hosted by Silver Circle [https://silvercirclesportsevents.com/] on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the War Memorial. This special event honors our veterans and active-duty service members and is part of the Wisconsin Chilly Willy Winter Run Series [https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Oconomowoc/ChillyWillyWinterRunSeries]. Join hundreds of runners as you make your way through the beautiful Veterans Park in the only race that starts and finishes on Mason Street, right in front of the War Memorial. After the race, stick around for the awards ceremony and treat yourself to our hot chocolate bar.
OPERATION FINALLY HOME
The Vets Day 5K & 10K is also proud to partner with Silver Circle Foundation [https://runsignup.com/DonationWebsite/SilverCircleFoundationInc] to help raise money for Operation Final Home [https://www.operationfinallyhome.org]. Operation Finally Home was established in 2005 and builds custom, mortgage-free homes to Americas veterans and their families. All money donated as part of registration for this race will be donated to Operation Finally Home to help support their mission.
OPERATION FINALLY HOME
The Vets Day 5K & 10K is also proud to partner with Silver Circle Foundation [https://runsignup.com/DonationWebsite/SilverCircleFoundationInc] to help raise money for Operation Final Home [https://www.operationfinallyhome.org]. Operation Finally Home was established in 2005 and builds custom, mortgage-free homes to Americas veterans and their families. All money donated as part of registration for this race will be donated to Operation Finally Home to help support their mission.
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$36.65
OPENS 24 MAR -
5K Walk
Incl. $4.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$36.65
OPENS 24 MAR -
10k
Incl. $4.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$36.65
OPENS 24 MAR -
1K Kiddo's Race
Sat 7th November 2026 (8:45AM CST)
Free
OPENS 24 MAR -
5K Ruck
Incl. $4.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$36.65
OPENS 24 MAR
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