Walk In Our Boots 5k
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Gahanna, Ohio
- Price Free - $28.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day at the Walk In Our Boots 5k on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Gahanna, Franklin! This exciting fundraising event, held at the scenic Gahanna Veterans Memorial Park at Creekside, aims to support local veterans who have faced homelessness and are working towards a more self-sustaining life. Join the community in honoring those who have served, as you walk or run alongside fellow participants in this meaningful 5k race.
The first 250 registrants will receive a special t-shirt featuring the American 250 logo in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday, adding to the festive atmosphere. Race day registration opens at 9:00 am, with the walk/run kicking off at 10:00 am. Participants can compete as individuals or form teams, with trophies awarded for the largest Community Team, Business Team, and First Responder Team. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of camaraderie and support for our veterans!
The first 250 registrants will receive a special t-shirt featuring the American 250 logo in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday, adding to the festive atmosphere. Race day registration opens at 9:00 am, with the walk/run kicking off at 10:00 am. Participants can compete as individuals or form teams, with trophies awarded for the largest Community Team, Business Team, and First Responder Team. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of camaraderie and support for our veterans!
Organiser's Description
The Gahanna American Legion Post 797 Walk In Our Boots Walk/Run fund raising event was first established in 2023 with the inaugural event held at Gahanna Veterans Memorial Park at Creekside. This event is a fundraiser to support once homeless local veterans so they become re-acclimated to a more normal, self-sustaining life with the help of our community. Knowing many of these veterans gave so much during their previous military life our American Legion mission is to support them every step of the way as they regain personal sustainability, re-establish a home and household, and re-enter the workforce overcoming obstacles many of these men and women faced before, during and after living on the streets in Central Ohio.
**THE FIRST 250 REGISTRANTS GET A SPECIAL T-SHIRT THAT WILL INCLUDE AMERICAN 250 LOGO FOR THE NATIONS 250TH BIRTHDAY**
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 9:00 am to 9:45 am
* Onsite last minute event registration, check-in
* RUN/WALK START: 10:00 am
* EVENT ENDS: Noon
JOINING A TEAM
* Click on Signup (5k Team / Groups - All Ages)
* Add Participant Information
* Two Options
* Join An Existing Team
* Create A New Team
* Click the appropriate selection
OTHER
* Trophy to the largest Community Team
* Trophy to the largest Business Team
* Trophy to the largest 1st Responder Team
**THE FIRST 250 REGISTRANTS GET A SPECIAL T-SHIRT THAT WILL INCLUDE AMERICAN 250 LOGO FOR THE NATIONS 250TH BIRTHDAY**
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 9:00 am to 9:45 am
* Onsite last minute event registration, check-in
* RUN/WALK START: 10:00 am
* EVENT ENDS: Noon
JOINING A TEAM
* Click on Signup (5k Team / Groups - All Ages)
* Add Participant Information
* Two Options
* Join An Existing Team
* Create A New Team
* Click the appropriate selection
OTHER
* Trophy to the largest Community Team
* Trophy to the largest Business Team
* Trophy to the largest 1st Responder Team
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73 W Johnstown Rd, Gahanna, 43230, OH, United States
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