Vets Day 5K & 10K
Vets Day 5K & 10K is a running and rucking race on November 7, 2026 in Milwaukee, WI, with an entry fee of $32.50.
- Date
- November 7, 2026 (107 days to go)
- Location
- War Memorial, Milwaukee, WI
- Price
- $32.50
- Sports
- RunningRucking
From the Organizer
Begin your winter running season with meaning at the Vets Day 5K & 10K presented by Cargill & hosted by Silver Circle on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the War Memorial. This special event honors our veterans and active-duty service members and is part of the Wisconsin Chilly Willy Winter Run Series. Join hundreds of runners as you make your way through the beautiful Veterans Park in the only race that starts and finishes on Mason Street, right in front of the War Memorial. After the race, stick around for the awards ceremony and treat yourself to our hot chocolate bar.
Operation Finally Home
The Vets Day 5K & 10K is also proud to partner with Silver Circle Foundation to help raise money for Operation Final Home. Operation Finally Home was established in 2005 and builds custom, mortgage-free homes to America’s veterans and their families. All money donated as part of registration for this race will be donated to Operation Finally Home to help support their mission.
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
52°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Milwaukee Mitchell Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Milwaukee, WI
Population
569,756
as of 2023
City Elevation
673 ft
Nearest Airport
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Rucking
Covering a distance on foot under a weighted rucksack — from timed solo challenges to longer team events.
Coming Up
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1 Mile · 5K · 10K · Half Marathon · From $17 · Veterans Park
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Vets Day 5K & 10K
Nov 7, 2026