Honoring Our Heroes Marathon
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Honoring Our Heroes Marathon
The Honoring Our Heroes Marathon takes place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in Rolla, Missouri. Event headquarters and packet pickup are at the Rolla Lions Club Den & Park, 1061 S. Bishop Road, Rolla, MO 65401. The event supports local veterans causes and honors those who have served.
The course runs through hilly, rural country and is almost entirely paved. The event offers in-person and virtual participation options. Packet pickup includes a free pasta party in Rolla and there is a post-race gathering. The organizers note a small event atmosphere that allows personal attention to runners, walkers, sponsors, and volunteers.
Distances and options:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- Marathon Relay
- 10K
- 5K
- Virtual Marathon, Virtual Half Marathon, Virtual 10K, Virtual 5K
A HEROES RUCK division is offered across all distances with Light (20 lb) and Heavy (40 lb) categories. Ruck awards are given in five-year age increments and overall winners are named in both Light and Heavy divisions; rucks are weighed at the finish. The Half and Full Marathons are listed as Boston qualifying and as USATF Ozark Association Open and Masters Championships. A 50% registration discount applies to veterans, active military, spouses, and dependents. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
