Memorial Day Veterans 10K and 5K Race

About The Memorial Day Race

A Race To Help Local Veterans in Need
Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, 2018, Punta Gorda, FL will host its 5th annual 10K and 5K race. Continuing a 5 year race series honoring each branch of our United States Armed Forces, this year's theme is dedicated to the United States Air Force. Don't miss out on the unique Air Force themed finisher medal or the chance to collect all five branch medals and a commemorative 5 year gift. Proceeds benefit local Veterans in need of a hand up. Register for the Race.

5th Annual Memorial Day Veterans 10k & 5k Race Benefits Local Veterans

It’s Our Turn, Inc. will host the 5th Annual Memorial Day Veterans 10k & 5k Race at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, May 28, 2018. The race continues its series honoring each branch of our United States Armed Forces. This year is dedicated to the United States Air Force with a themed tech shirt and finisher’s medal. All race proceeds help local Veterans. Race registration opens on January 1, 2018!

Partner With Us

Would you or your organization like to sponsor the race and partner with us? We love our partners and have many options available to fit your needs. We would love to speak with you today.

Volunteer

We have great volunteers who help registrants pickup race packets, direct runners safely throughout the race course, hand out water, and cheer runners throughout the race course! We can use your help and if you commit to volunteer early, you will get a free shirt as our way to say THANKS!

Thank You To Our Sponsors

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What is a Virtual Race?

Virtual Memorial Day Veterans 10k & 5k Race

If a huge USAF themed finisher’s medal, no crowds, or 6 a.m. alarm clocks ⏰ sound like your kind of 10k/5k 🏃‍♀️ 🏃, then the Virtual Memorial Day race is for you! Sign up as a virtual runner! All proceeds help local Veterans! Virtual Racing in Three Easy Steps: Register…

Early Packet Pickup and Host Hotel Specials

Early Packet Pickup Date: Sunday, May 27th Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Location: TT’s Tiki Bar Located behind Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda 33 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Race Day Packet Pickup Date: Monday, May 28, 2018 Time: 6:00 a.m. – 6:50 a.m. Location: Race Starting Area | Laishley Park | 100…

2018 Race Course Map

This year’s race course showcases more waterfront views!

Five Great Ways You Can Help Veterans in 2018!

1. Sign up for the Memorial Day Race 2. Order a Veterans bracelet ($5) while registering online, or at the online store, or available at packet pickup on May 27th and 28th 3. Bid in the silent auction 4. Order a commemorative shirt ($50) 5. Ask out-of-town friends and family…

Memorial Day Veterans 10K & 5K Race

Memorial Day Veterans Race 5/28/2018!

Race Registration Opens 1/1/2018!

Worldwide Virtual Race!

Thank You For Supporting Veterans!