From the Organizer
RUN FOR OUR VETERANS!
Cairn University Athletics and RUN 12:1 Running Club are excited to bring you the 2026 Veterans Day 5K. Now in our sixth year, this race supports our American veterans with scholarships to further their education after serving their country.
This is a paved, trail race through beautiful Tyler State Park, Newtown, PA. It is a fun but challenging course on the parks rolling hills. There is also a 1-mile fun run/walk and a virtual run. All registrants will receive a unique, custom designed Veteran's Day Race shirt. And participants in the 5K can compete for overall and age group trophies and medals.
5K Details
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Course: Paved trail format laid out on a rolling terrain course contained within Tyler State Park Distance: 5k (3.1 miles) - 1-mile fun run/walk option also available
Location: Tyler State Park, Newtown, PA Parking: The lot closest to the Tyler Park Center for the Arts off Newtown-Richboro Road (Rt. 332) - Number 1 Lane Trail/Stable Mill Rd entrance.
Registration: Please complete on-line by Friday, November 13 at noon. Limited on-site registration will be available as space permits
Check-in: 8:30am - 9:15am
Start Time: The race will start at 9:30am – Rain or shine
Fee: General Registration $35; Veteran's $30; Students $25; special team pricing available
($5 Price Increase beginning 11/10/26 at noon)
Discounts will be applied during the registration process
Race Shirts: All participants registered by Saturday, November 1st, will receive the custom designed, Veterans Day 5K race-shirt in their requested size. We do order extra shirts but cannot guarantee availability or size for those registering after November 1st.
Divisions/Awards Top 3 Male / Female Overall Winners
Top Age Group Winners
Top Veteran Winners
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
55°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Neshaminy Falls, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Richboro, PA
City Elevation
313 ft
Nearest Airport
TTN
Trenton Mercer Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Veterans Day 5K?
- Veterans Day 5K is a running race held in Richboro, Pennsylvania 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 Veterans Day 5K?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Richboro, Pennsylvania at Tyler State Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Veterans Day 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Veterans Day 5K
Nov 14, 2026