Vets Day 5K & 10K

Event Overview

Begin your winter running season with meaning at the Vets Day 5K & 10K presented by Cargill & hosted by Silver Circle on Saturday, November 8, 2025, 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.

• Date: November 8, 2025
• Location: War Memorial, Milwaukee, WI
• Race Types: 5K & 10K
• Awards Ceremony: Post-race with a hot chocolate bar

Course Details

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.

• Scenic Route: Beautiful Veterans Park
• Unique Start/Finish: Mason Street, in front of the War Memorial
• Runners Welcome: Invite your friends and family
• Memorable Experience: Celebrate as a community

Operation Finally Home

The Vets Day 5K & 10K is also proud to partner with Silver Circle Foundation to help raise money for Operation Finally Home. Operation Finally Home was established in 2005 and builds custom, mortgage-free homes to America’s veterans and their families.

• Partnership: Silver Circle Foundation
• Mission: Support veterans’ housing needs
• Donations: All money donated through race registration
• Community Support: Help build homes for veterans