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13th Annual Luc's Run

Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT

Location
Tuolumne, CA
18375 Fir Ave, Tuolumne Veteran's Memorial Hall at West Side Memorial Park, 95379
Type
VIRTUAL

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At a glance

Run or walk to honor Major Lucas Gruenther's legacy and support scholarships through the Major Lucas Gruenther Legacy Foundation.

  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Family Friendly
  • Kids & Youth

Great for: families, cause-driven runners

Join the 13th Annual Luc's Run, an event honoring the legacy of Major Lucas Gruenther, a United States Air Force pilot. This race supports the Major Lucas Gruenther Legacy Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to bestowing scholarships for educational advancement and self-development. Participate virtually from anywhere in the world, or in person in historic Tuolumne, California. Hundreds of enthusiasts unite each spring to walk and run, making a positive impact in Luc's memory.

What to expect

  • Participate in person in Tuolumne, CA, or virtually from anywhere.
  • Support the Major Lucas Gruenther Legacy Foundation's scholarship efforts.
  • Choose from a virtual half marathon, 10K, 2-mile, or Kids Run.

Standout details

  • Honors Major Lucas Gruenther's legacy
  • Supports educational scholarships
  • Virtual and in-person options
  • Family-friendly distances available

Perks & features

  • Shirt

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Distances & registration

7 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1K

    Sat, May 16, 8:00 AM PDT · From $24.32

    Opens May 20, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes May 13, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, May 16, 8:00 AM PDT · From $24.32

    Opens May 20, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes May 13, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

  • 2 Miles

    Sat, May 16, 8:30 AM PDT · From $39.16

    Opens May 20, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Jan 4, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

+ 4 more options
  • 2 Miles

    Sat, May 16, 8:00 AM PDT · From $39.16

    Opens May 20, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Jan 4, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

  • 10K

    Sat, May 16, 8:30 AM PDT · From $39.16

    Opens May 20, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Jan 4, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

  • 10K

    Sat, May 16, 8:30 AM PDT · From $39.16

    Opens May 20, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Jan 4, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, May 16, 8:00 AM PDT · From $43.40

    Opens May 20, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Jan 4, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

From the organizer

Luc's Run is held annually each spring in historic Tuolumne, California and Virtually Anywhere in the World. Luc's Run is known as one of the premier races in the county.  We are looking at welcoming our local 10K, 2-mile, and Kids Run (ages 10 & under) back to Tuolumne, CA in 2023! And of course welcoming our supporters around the globe through our virtual run where hundreds of enthusiasts from around the world walk and run in support of Luc’s legacy on their own turf with a virtual 1/2 marathon, 10K, 2-mile, and Kids Run (ages 10 & under). Sign up for two events and save 5%, sign up for all three and save 15%!

On January 28, 2013, Luc, a United States Air Force pilot was on a training mission over the Adriatic Sea off the coast of Italy. During the sortie, Luc was forced to eject from his F-16 and did not survive the ejection.  Luc is survived by family and friends who continue his Legacy through the Major Lucas Gruenther Legacy Foundation.

Major Lucas Gruenther was an incredible human being.  He was an outstanding F-16 fighter pilot, community role model, and a true humanitarian.  He lived his life to the fullest and never took a single day for granted.  Luc is remembered for the way he treated people with wisdom and kindness and was a genuine human being who made a tremendous positive impact.

All proceeds from this race go to the Major Lucas Gruenther Legacy Foundation, an IRS-approved 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  The purpose of the Major Lucas Gruenther Legacy Foundation is to bestow scholarships to Americans for the advancement of educational goals and self development.

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