Illinois · 5K · 400 Yards
Veterans 5K Run & Walk
Veterans 5K Run & Walk is a 5K and 400 Yards event held in Rockford, Illinois. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, November 7, 2026.
- Race day
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- Rockford, IL
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Location
- Rockford, Illinois
- Distances
- 5K, 400 Yards
- Official website
- runsignup.com
About the Veterans 5K Run & Walk
5K Run & Walk: A 5K Run/Walk to Benefit the Veterans Drop-In Center in Rockford, IL. This is our 14th annual run and will, again, be held at Rock Valley College. This run is USATF certified (IL26022NM) and is a 2026 RRR Circuit Race. See more information about the RRR Circuit at www.rockfordroadrunners.org 5k Ruck Division: This is a 5k Ruck. This event starts at the same time as the 5k. It requires the participant to carry a rucksack (aka. backpack) for the entire 5k distance. If you weigh >…
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Veterans 5K Run & Walk: common questions
- When is the Veterans 5K Run & Walk?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, November 7, 2026.
- Where is the Veterans 5K Run & Walk held?
- In Rockford, Illinois.
- What distances does the Veterans 5K Run & Walk offer?
- 5K and 400 Yards.
- How do I register for the Veterans 5K Run & Walk?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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