Veterans Appreciation Run

Veterans Appreciation Run takes place in St. Louis, Missouri, on November 15, 2026, with a single 5K (3.1 miles) starting at 8:30 AM. As the name says, the run is a way of recognizing veterans, and its one-distance format means the whole field, from walkers to fast runners, shares the same start and finish.

Three-point-one miles is a distance you can run for a time, run for the meaning, or walk with a group, and this event supports all three. If you plan to race it, warm up properly, hold an even pace through the first two miles, and push the last one. If you're coming to honor someone, run with them or in their name, and don't worry about the clock. Beginners can be ready in three to four weeks with three short runs a week, and the 8:30 AM start on a Sunday leaves the rest of the day free.