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Veterans Run

Race Options

Veterans 5k

Price: $40
Time: 7:30AM EST 11:00AM EST
7:30AM EST-11:00AM EST

Veterans 10k

Price: $45
Time: 7:20AM EST 11:00AM EST
Price increases after October 10, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

Veterans Half Marathon

Price: $90
Time: 7:10AM EST 11:00AM EST
Price increases after October 10, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
Open to ages 14+.

Veterans 15.5-Mile Run

Price: $95
Time: 7:00AM EST 11:00AM EST
Price increases after October 10, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
Open to ages 14+.

Veterans Virtual 5k

Price: $40
Registration ends November 14, 2026 at 6:00am EST

Veterans Virtual Half Marathon

Price: $50
Registration ends November 14, 2026 at 6:00am EST

Volunteer

Time: 5:30AM EST 12:00PM EST

Vendor

Time: 5:30AM EST 12:00PM EST

The Veterans Run is back! 🇺🇸

By popular demand, one of Tampa's favorite races is finally returning! After a two-year hiatus due to hurricane damage and city restrictions, we’re excited to bring this event back to the community! 🇺🇸🏆🏃🏻‍➡️

Join us as we honor America’s veterans with a race dedicated to supporting them. Whether you’re running competitively or just out for fun, all distances will offer certified timing.

The course takes place along the paved trail on the southern side of the Courtney Campbell Causeway, offering stunning views of Tampa Bay. While Florida is known for being flat, this route features a relatively high peak (by local standards), giving runners in the longer distances a rewarding climb and a beautiful overlook.

Race distances include:

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Half Marathon
  • 15.5-Mile Run

All courses follow an out-and-back format along the Causeway trail. Each distance showcases beautiful scenery, but only the 15.5-mile race covers the full length of the Causeway.

We’ll have well-stocked aid stations throughout the course with water and electrolyte drinks, plus additional fuel options for half marathon and 15.5-mile participants. Sanitary conditions will be maintained at all stations, and we’re happy to answer any specific questions.

After the race, join us for a celebration starting at 10:30 AM at Whiskey Joe's. Stick around, relax, and enjoy time with fellow runners! 🥇


If you're interested in becoming a sponsor for our event, please click on the link below to get started!

6th Annual Race Shirt & Medal

Our 6th Annual Veterans Run Shirt designs are in and they are our coolest design yet! Sign up for this year's race to add our shirt and medal to your collection. 🥇

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Refunds

Unless city officials require a cancellation of the event, there are NO REFUNDS. Thank you for your understanding.

Community Food Drive

We have a new addition to this year's Veterans Run: we will now include a community food drive! On race day, we'll be collecting non-perishable items to donate to our local food bank, which will be especially helpful since Thanksgiving is only a couple weeks from our race day.

The food drive is completely optional, so whether you come to run, walk, or donate, your participation matters!

We're asking for food donations such as:

  • Canned goods
  • Pastas
  • Beans
  • Rice
  • Cereals
  • Granola bars
  • Nut butters

We'll have a station set up to collect your donations on the day of the race but if you have any questions, please feel free to shoot us an email.

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Military & Veteran Discount

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For all military members, past and present. 

We support our military service members and we want to give back. If you're a military service member, reservist, or a veteran of the U.S. military, you get a 20% discount on your registration by entering 26VET20.

We are providing this code with no proof needed, so please be honorable. Thank you!

Any questions? Contact us today!

Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Thank you for your support and as always, thank you to those who serve our country. 🇺🇸

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