25th Annual Veteran's Flag Day 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
Wed, Jun 10, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
Run or walk to support veterans at this 25th annual Flag Day event, featuring a USATF-certified 5K and awards for top finishers.
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Competitive
For a CauseGreat for
- Military & First Responders
Military & First RespondersJoin Community Hope for their 25th Annual Veteran's Flag Day 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk. This event is a significant fundraiser, with all proceeds directly supporting veterans in the Hope for Veterans Program, helping to combat homelessness and despair. Runners will enjoy a USATF sanctioned and certified course, eligible for New Jersey Grand Prix points. Awards are presented across various age groups and team categories, making it a rewarding experience for participants of all levels.
What to expect
- Participate in a USATF-certified 5K run or a 1-mile walk, supporting a vital cause.
- Compete for awards across various age groups and team categories.
- Receive a complimentary t-shirt for your participation.
Standout details
- 25th Annual Event
- Supports Community Hope for Veterans
- USATF Certified 5K Course
- Awards for age groups and teams
Perks & features
- Shirt
- USATF Certified
Shirt
USATF CertifiedFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Course feel
A practical read on terrain, elevation, footing, and typical conditions.
Solid Challenge
Typical course trends
- Typically hilly
Distances & registration
3 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
5K
2 options · closes Jun 11, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
1mo 11d 23h 16m leftVirtual 5K
Closes Jun 11, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $43.75
General entry
Closes Jun 11, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT · From $43.75
1 Mile
1 option · closes Jun 11, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
1mo 11d 8h 17m leftWalk
Closes Jun 11, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT · From $38.75
Built from public event details. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official event page before signing up.
From the organizer
Join Community Hope for our 25th Annual Veterans Flag day 5K and 1 Mile walk to be held on Thursday, June 11th, 2026 ( rain date June 18th ) at 7:00 p.m. (check-in begins 5:30pm)
Community Hope is New Jersey’s largest non-profit providing housing and support services to military members, homeless veterans, veteran families and adults with mental illness.
Our Veterans Flag Day 5K and 1mile walk is one of our largest fundraisers of the year and all proceeds go directly to the veterans in our Hope for Veterans Program. When you run, walk or support, you help rescue over 1,200 Veterans and families from homelessness & despair.
The fee to participate is $45 for each runner and $40 for each walker, $45 for virtual 5k. Participants who participate virtually can track their results using the Strava app. Results, including time and distance will then be uploaded to Community Hope.
Early Bird Registration Ends April 30th
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This event is a USATF New Jersey Grand Prix event run on a USATF sanctioned and certified course. USATF members receive a $3.00 discount.
Prizes will be awarded in various age groups and team categories.
Awards Team 1st, 2nd and 3rd 1st, 2nd & 3rd – Overall (Male/Female) 1st, 2nd & 3rd - male & female winners in 10 year age groups, 14 & under, 15-19 age, 20-29 age, 30-39 age, 40-49 age, 50-59 age, 60-69 age, 70-79 age, Over 80 male and female
More details can be found through Community Hope website at https://www.communityhopenj.org/events/flag-day/
All participants receive a free t-shirt!