Run For A Vet
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run (In Person) · 1 Mile Fun Walk (In Person)
From the Organizer
What a great way to start any 4th of July by supporting northern Wisconsin area veterans or veteran organizations AND getting outside for a walk or run! This event really checks the boxes for an outdoor 5K run or 1-mile fun run/walk in the north woods. Join us for this morning's adventure. So, get let's gather with your friends and family! Have some fun! Get your smile on! Revel in gratitude!
Events take place at the MECCA trail system in Mercer, Wisconsin.
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
77°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rest Lake, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mercer, WI
Elevation
1,598 ft
Nearest Airport
RHI
Rhinelander Oneida County Airport · 47 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run For A Vet, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run For A Vet?
- Run For A Vet is a running race held in Mercer, Wisconsin on July 4, 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 Run For A Vet?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Mercer, Wisconsin at MECCA Trails, Mercer, Wisconsin, Mercer, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run For A Vet?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run For A Vet
Jul 4, 2026