Home Stretch 5K for Homeless and At-Risk Vets
- Date
- November 8, 2026
- Location
- Eau Gallie Square, Melbourne, FL
- Distance
- Home Stretch 5K · Home Stretch 5K (Team) · Home Stretch 5K (Active Military/ Vet)
From the Organizer
Support your local Veteran community by participating in the Annual Home Stretch 5K for Homeless and At-Risk Vets! Sign up today and join us for a beautiful morning run over the Eau Gallie Causeway!
To Benefit: National Veterans Homeless Support (NVHS)
Mission: To Eliminate Homelessness Among Veterans in Central Florida.
Providing street level outreach, homelessness prevention, and supportive services for homeless, at-risk, and low-income Veterans and their families since 2008.
Participant Perks:
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Cool Race Shirt (First 500 runners)
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Finisher Medals (First 500 runners) & Placement Medals
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Beer after the race for 21+ Provided by Grills Seafood Deck and Tiki Bar
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Raffles
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Music by DJ Yves
Early Packet Pickup & Registration @ Running Zone (3696 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL)
Friday, November 6th: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday, November 7th: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Race Day @ Eau Gallie Square (1452 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32935)
Sunday, November 8th – Timeline:
6:30 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration Opens
7:45 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration Ends
8:00 AM: 5K Start!
AWARDS: (Immediately following the race)
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Top 3 Overall M&F
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Top Masters (40+) M&F
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Largest Team
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Fastest Team (must have 5+ participants)
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Top 3 Fastest Limb-Impaired Veterans
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Age Groups (Top 3 M&F): 8 & Under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Distances & Pricing
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From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Home Stretch 5K for Homeless and At-Risk Vets?
- Home Stretch 5K for Homeless and At-Risk Vets is a running event held in Melbourne, FL. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Home Stretch 5K for Homeless and At-Risk Vets?
- Sunday, November 8, 2026 in Melbourne, FL at Eau Gallie Square, Melbourne, FL. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Home Stretch 5K for Homeless and At-Risk Vets?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Home Stretch 5K for Homeless and At-Risk Vets
Nov 8, 2026