Ruck 'N' Run® (12th Annual)
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Distance
- Ruck 5.56K · Ruck 7.62K · Ruck 11.11K & more
From the Organizer
Only 650 registration spots available!
- Come HONOR & Celebrate our Veterans, BUILD camaraderie, & CONNECT with your community! Come Ruck ‘N’ Run® with us!
- Complete details at RuckNRun.org/events/12th. This includes; do I RUCK or RUN it, what ruck weight, packet pick-up info, what to wear...It's very detailed.
- Created in 2015 by an Army Drill Sergeant, Ruck ‘N’ Run® is the first ever boot-camp-inspired walk/run event that honors Veterans, builds camaraderie, and connects the community.
- Our Veterans Day weekend walk/run event features 4 distance options with exercise stations along the route.
RUCK it or RUN it:
- Ruckers, ruck; carry a weight: rucksack/backpack/weighted vest. We recommend you load your rucksack/backpack with canned goods for homeless Veterans to donate after you cross the finish line.
- Runners, run; do not carry any weight.
You choose:
- Participant (just for fun) or Competitor (prescribed requirements)
- Solo or Team
- 5.56K, 7.62K, 11.11K, 30K (official Norwegian Foot March), or our free .9 mile
- Republic, MO or virtually
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
61°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Billings 1sw, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Republic, MO
Population
19,233
as of 2023
Elevation
1,307 ft
Nearest Airport
SGF
Springfield Branson National Airport · 10 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 148 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Ruck 'N' Run® (12th Annual), put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
152
Days to train
- Race
- Ruck 'N' Run® (12th Annual)
- Date
- November 7, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ruck 'N' Run® (12th Annual)?
- Ruck 'N' Run® (12th Annual) is a running race held in Republic, Missouri on November 7, 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 Ruck 'N' Run® (12th Annual)?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Republic, Missouri at 1100 W State HWY 174, Republic, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ruck 'N' Run® (12th Annual)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ruck 'N' Run® (12th Annual)
Nov 7, 2026