Veterans Day 5K & 10K Run/Walk/Ruck - Mathis
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2nd Annual Veterans Day 5K & 10K Ruck & Roll - Mathis
The event is the second annual Veterans Day 5K and 10K Ruck & Roll held at Lake Corpus Christi State Park in Mathis, Texas on 11/07/2026. It offers options to run, walk, or participate in a ruck march and includes a patriotic opening ceremony honoring veterans.
The course runs through park terrain with lake views and Texas landscapes. The event is presented as family-friendly and community-oriented, with proceeds directed to veteran support organizations. Last year the event raised $2,750 and donated proceeds to the City of Mathis; this year proceeds will go to a veterans non-profit organization based in Nueces County that provides assistance with VA benefits, employment, and education for active, retired, and future veterans.
Registration details in the source include opening and closing dates and entry fees: registration opens 08/07/2026 and closes 10/17/2026, with listed fees of $25 for the 5K event and $30 for the 10K event.
Distances:
- 5K (3.1 miles) run, walk, or ruck
- 10K (6.2 miles) ruck march
The event description focuses on honoring veterans through a community athletic event held in a state park setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
