Race Information
Join us at Danny Lopez Park in Tucson, AZ for the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon, a meaningful race dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Whether you’re running in tribute, alongside a veteran, or as a veteran yourself, this event is a powerful way to show gratitude and community support.
As a token of appreciation, all Veterans race for FREE, and Active Duty military can participate for just $15. Family members and supporters are encouraged to join at the regular registration rate and be part of this special day of recognition and celebration. (ID Required - any form of government issued Military ID)
All participants will receive a fabulous race shirt and a custom finisher medal upon crossing the finish line—because every mile run in honor of our heroes deserves to be celebrated.
For those looking to compete, this race delivers. Awards will be presented to the Top Three Male and Female Overall finishers in each distance, as well as the Top Three Overall Masters, Grand Masters, and Senior Masters Male and Female finishers. In addition, the top three athletes in each of the traditional five-year age groups (starting at 10 & Under) will earn awards across all race distances.
Come run, walk, and stand in support—because honoring our veterans never goes out of stride.
Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half is proud to have Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) as its Charity Partner.

Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) is America's health and wellness community for Veterans.
We were founded by Veterans. We know firsthand that many of us carry a mission-first mindset from our service, often neglecting our own health in the process.
That’s why, since 2010, our community of over 300,000 Veterans, Service Members, military families, and supporters (our “Eagles”) have enriched the lives of Veterans through events and programs focused on building a healthy lifestyle.
Event Schedule
October 21
Deadline for guaranteed shirt in your size
October 31
7:00 AM - Race Day Check in and Registration opens
8:00 AM - Race Starts
Registration
Regular Registration: (ends 10/25):
-5K: $35 (no shirt save $5)
-10K: $40 (no shirt save $5)
-Half Marathin: $55 (no shirt save $5)
-Virtual Races: $35
Late Registration: (ends 10/31):
-5K: $37.5 (no shirt save $5)
-10K: $42.5 (no shirt save $5)
-Half Marathin: $57.5 (no shirt save $5)
Race Day Registration:
-5K: $40 (no shirt save $5)
-10K: $45 (no shirt save $5)
-Half Marathin: $60 (no shirt save $5)
*All participants registered by 10/21 are guaranteed race swag in your size. Afterwards, swag will be while supplies last.
Race Partners
Course Information

It's not completely flat, but it's no where near hilly so it safe to say FLAT & FAST!!! Besides that, you'll be so busy having fun, that you won't even notice.
All Courses are out & backs!
Water Stations
We will have water stations approximately every 1.5 miles
Pacing
Participants will need to finish with at least a 16 min/mile pace.
Start/Finish Location
Awards and Goodies
Participants registered on or by Oct. 21st are guaranteed an awesome shirt! Limited quantity of finisher medals will be ordered.
Great Custom award medals in all races as follows:
Top 3 Overall M/F
Top 3 Overall Masters M/F (40 years+)
Top 3 Overall Grand Masters M/F (50 years+)
Top 3 Overall Senior Masters M/F (60 years+)
Top 3 in each of the normal 5 year age groups 10 & Under through 80+.
Virtual Race
Can't make it out to the event site on race day?
Still want to participate or support the cause and have a shot at an award? or maybe you saw the shirt and said: "Sweet...I want one!"
Then the virtual race is for you.
New to Virtual Running? Here's how it works:
Step 1
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Get excited, grab some friends and buddies to join you! Sign up and register for the Virtual Event!
Step 2
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Hydrate, grab your buddy (or not) and get ready to get moving!
Step 3
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Get out there and run or walk! You can run at the park, your favorite route in your neighborhood; anywhere you want. Please remember to social distance & be safe!
Step 4
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HAVE FUN!~
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Share your distance, a selfie, or a picture along your race route and use the race hashtag:-)
Step 5
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Submit your results online
Step 6
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View your Results Monday after the Event Date.
Event Courtesy and Weather Policy
Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any
competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event will be asked to leave the venue and course immediately with no refunds and be disqualified.
All registrations are final. There are no refunds, deferments, or transfers.
Event will take place rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather, we will cancel for the safety of the participants...there are no refunds in this case.
Participants that do not show up to race/event forfeit their right to any swag.
No COVID-19 Refunds. If unforeseen circumstances arise due to COVID-19, including any Federal or State Health Emergency, refunds will not be provided. The event will go 100% Virtual & shirts will be shipped to participants.

