KU Vets Day 5K
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KU Vets Day 5K
The KU Vets Day 5K is an annual event on November 15, 2026, hosted by the KU Student Veterans of America and the Veterans Alumni Network. The event honors past and present veterans and raises awareness of the roles veterans play in the university and the local community.
The in-person 5K begins and ends at the Jayhawk Welcome Center, located at 1266 Oread Avenue in Lawrence, Kansas, and travels through the KU campus past the university's war memorials. A virtual 5K option is also offered for participants who will run the distance remotely.
Registration opens July 7, 2026, and there are separate registration periods and fees for the two options. The listed registration fees are $30.00 for the in-person 5K and $40.00 for the virtual 5K. The event distance for both options is 3.1 Miles.
The description focuses on the event purpose, location, route through campus past war memorials, and the availability of both in-person and virtual participation, along with registration dates and fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
