About the race
Join us at Rippon Landing Park / Neabsco Regional Park in Woodbridge, VA for the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon, a race dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served our country.
Whether you are running in tribute, alongside a veteran, or as a veteran yourself, this event is a way to show gratitude and community support.
All participants receive a custom finisher medal upon crossing the finish line.
Swag and mailed bibs
- Have all your swag mailed to you. All you need to do is show up to the start line.
Race days and capacity
- Race days: Saturday (11/14) or Sunday (11/15).
- We had such a big turnout last year, so we are spreading everyone out. 150 per day cap.
Awards
Awards go to the Top Three Male and Female Overall finishers in each distance, the Top Three Overall Masters, Grand Masters, and Senior Masters Male and Female finishers, and the top three athletes in each of the traditional five-year age groups (starting at 10 & Under) across all race distances.
Help then run option
Come by 7:00 am and help us check everyone in and race for $10.
Veteran and military entry requirements
Veterans race for FREE, and Active Duty military can participate for $15. Family members and supporters join at the regular registration rate.
- Military ID is required: any form of government issued Military ID.
- Veteran races: a form of Veteran ID will need to be shown at registration/bib pick up.
- Active Duty races: a form of Military ID will need to be shown at registration/bib pick up.
- Race shirts for veteran entries must be purchased at time of registration if you would like one.
Cancellation policy
Athletes can cancel their registration, but no refund is given.
Refunds are not allowed for this race.
Applies if you cancel your own registration. Cancellations and refunds are the organiser's responsibility and are processed by them. Endurace helps where it can, but cannot guarantee a refund.
The course
10 km10K-Active Duty (10K)10k-Mail Me My Swag (10K)10K-Veteran (10K)5 km5K-Active Duty (5K)5K-Help then Run (5K)5K-Mail Me My Swag (5K)5K-Veteran (5K)21.1 kmHalf Marathon-Active Duty (13.1 Miles)Half Marathon-Mail Me My Swag (13.1 Miles)Half Marathon-Veteran (13.1 Miles)
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