Run For A Vet
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Run For A Vet
Run For A Vet is a fundraising race held in Branson, Missouri on June 6, 2026. The event is based at the Dewey Short Visitors Center (4500 State Hwy 165, Branson, MO) and benefits the local Branson Veterans of America 913 chapter.
The event offers multiple race options:
- 5K: one loop of 3.1 miles
- Half Marathon: three loops of 4.36 miles each
- 5K (Virtual)
- Half Marathon (Virtual)
The course uses an asphalt surfaced trail running from the Dewey Short Visitors Center onto the Lakeshore Trail and toward the State Park Marina. The route is an out and back format with views of Table Rock Lake.
The race is sponsored by Branson Veterans of America 913, a not-for-profit organization that supports veterans and their families. The organization describes activities including promoting honor for those who served, supporting patriotic education and scholarships, assisting veterans with physical and economic needs, and working with local partners for veteran welfare.
Logistics noted by the organizer include packet pickup on the day before the race and on-site race day registration at the start of the running trail. To receive a race t-shirt, registration must be completed by May 25, 2026. Awards include trophies for overall and masters, age group awards, and a finisher’s medal for all participants. All race proceeds go to the local BVA 913 chapter and payments are final. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
