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Honoring Our Heroes 5K

Meridian, United States • 6 Mar 2026

The Honoring Our Heroes 4th Annual 5K & 2 Mile Ruck is a special event held at Camp Meridale in Meridian, Mississippi. This all-terrain race features a 5K run, 5K walk, and a 2-mile ruck, with courses winding through wooded trails, hills, and uneven ground on 170 acres of scenic terrain. The event supports Soldiers Freedom Outdoors, an organization aiding military service members, veterans, and their families through various programs. Participants enjoy nature, camaraderie, and post-race refreshments. The race raises awareness about suicide and PTSD among veterans, aiming to "Heal the Hidden Wounds of War" and reduce veteran suicide rates. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Mississippi Meridian

Race information

Registration
5 km
5k Run
5 km
5k Walk
2 Mile Ruck
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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