2025 Veterans & Military Council 5k

Race Overview

Join us for our annual 5K Ruck ‘n Walk/Run to honor veterans during Veterans Appreciation Week. Join Lehigh Valley colleges, universities, businesses and community members as we Ruck OR Run/Walk to recognize and honor all veterans throughout the Lehigh Valley.

Race Options

• In-person Race: Offering a 5K Ruck and Walk/Run options along with a 1 mile Fun Run/Walk.
• Course: The course is an off road grass course through the scenic Bicentennial park.

Dog Policy

Can my dog run with me?

As much as we love dogs they are not allowed to run our races. Please keep your pup at home.

Registration Information

• Minimum Donation: Participants who register and make a $30 minimum donation by November 8 will have the option of an event giveaway at the event.

In-Person Race Details

• Check-in & Race Day Registration: 8 AM-9 AM
• 5K Start Time: 9 AM
• 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Start Time: 9:45 AM
• Awards Presentation: 10:30 AM

Age Groups

Each race option (Ruck and Walk/Run) will include seven (7) age groups. Ruckers are strongly encouraged to carry a minimum 10% of their body weight. This will be the honor system: we will not be weighing rucksacks this year.

• 12 and Under
• 13-18
• 19-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60+

Awards

• Top Finishers: Awards will be presented to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group for the 5K Ruck and 5K Run/Walk options. The Fun Run/Walk is a non-competitive option with no timing or awards.
• Team Awards: The college or university team with the most participants (Ruck, Run/Walk, and Fun Run/Walk combined) earns a plaque to be displayed on their campus and BRAGGING RIGHTS!
• Business Awards: The business/company team with the most participants (Ruck, Run/Walk, and Fun Run/Walk combined) earns a plaque to be displayed at their workplace and BRAGGING RIGHTS!

Additional Information

Day of registration will be available for a $10 fee.

Let’s come together to support the Veterans in the Lehigh Valley area.

Race Registration

For more information and to register, please visit here.