Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Distance
- Long Route - 17.6 miles · Short Route - ~approximately 2.25miles · Virtual Event & more
From the Organizer
Join us for HOOAH WI’s Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March in LaCrosse, a powerful event dedicated to honoring our service members, veterans, and their families while raising awareness about veteran suicide. This event brings together military personnel, veterans, families, and supporters for a meaningful march that symbolizes our commitment to eliminating veteran suicide and supporting those who have served.
Participants can choose from multiple distance options, whether walking, rucking, or running, as we stand united for this cause. Along the route, we remember those lost, celebrate resilience, and reinforce the strength of our military community.
All proceeds from the event directly support HOOAH WI’s peer support programs, outreach initiatives, and wellness services aimed at preventing suicide and fostering a strong support network for veterans and their families.
Event Highlights:
🔹 Multiple distance options to accommodate all fitness levels
🔹 Opportunity to ruck in honor of a service member or veteran
🔹 Community gathering to foster connection and support
🔹 Funds raised directly impact veteran suicide prevention programs
Event Schedule:
🔹 6:30-7:45 am: Registration & Resource Tables
🔹8:00 am: Opening Ceremony
🔹9:00 am: Walk Begins
🔹1:00-5:00 pm: Welcome Back Party
Come be part of a mission-driven event that makes a real difference in the lives of our military community. Together, we march with purpose.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
42°
Typical Low
28°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from La Crosse Wfo, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About La Crosse, WI
Population
51,791
as of 2023
Elevation
660 ft
Nearest Airport
LSE
La Crosse Regional Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 122 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March
- Date
- November 14, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March?
- Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March is a running race held in La Crosse, Wisconsin on November 14, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in La Crosse, Wisconsin at 300 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March
Nov 14, 2026