Run to Remember Memorial 5K
Date
Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM CDTDistance
5K
Quick take
A free, noncompetitive Memorial Day 5K hosted by the Nebraska Army National Guard, honoring service members with live music and community spirit.
Best for: cause-driven runners
Race feel
- Fun
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Festive
For a CauseJoin the Nebraska Army National Guard for the Run to Remember Memorial 5K, a noncompetitive event honoring those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice. This free event welcomes all to run, walk, or ruck the course. Enjoy live music from the 43rd Army Band's "Sierra Niner" before and after your run. It's a meaningful way to participate in Memorial Day observances and connect with the community. Medals are awarded to the first 100 finishers, and race t-shirts are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
What to expect
• Participate in a free, noncompetitive 5K to honor service members. • Run, walk, or ruck the course, accompanied by live music from the 43rd Army Band. • Receive a medal if you're among the first 100 finishers; t-shirts are first-come, first-served.
Standout details
- Free entry for all participants
- Live performance by the 43rd Army Band
- Honors Memorial Day and service members
- Medals for first 100 finishers
Perks & features
- Shirt
ShirtFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
Registration is now closed. Please see same day registration information down below. Join the Nebraska Army National Guard in a Memorial Day noncompetitive race to remember those who served our country and paid the ultimate sacrifice. Free of cost , open to all who wish to participate.
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R un, walk, or ruck the course. View the course map on our Instagram page @GuardRunsOmaha. Enjoy a pre and post-run performance from the group "Sierra Niner" with the Nebraska Army National Guard's 43rd Army Band! The first 100 participants to cross the finish line will receive a medal. Race t-shirts are available on a first come, first serve basis. Packet pick-up information is down below. Follow us on Instagram for updates: @ GuardRunsOmaha SIGN IN & SAME-DAY REGISTRATION: Time: Day of event at 7:00am until run start time *T-shirts are not guaranteed for those who register or sign-in the day of the event VOLUNTEER: Give back to the running community and help us guide runners throughout the course, cheer them on, guide parking, or hand out water at the end of the race! You will receive a free race t-shirt! Sign-up here and we will reach out with further details: https://forms. gle/9s2SJrAjj69XHBx19 PACKET PICK-UP : Location: Nebraska Army National Guard Storefront (West Omaha) 2871 S 168th St, Omaha, NE 68130 Date: Friday, May 15th, 2026 Time: 9:00am to 5:00pm *Packet pick-up is for those who have already registered. RACE DETAILS: Location: Zorinsky Lake Boat Ramp, Shelter #5 in Omaha, NE Date: Saturday, May 16th, 2026 Start time: 8:00am