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Veterans Day Freedom Run : Event overview
The Veterans Day Freedom Run is scheduled for November 15, 2025, at Papago Park, North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ. The event offers in-person and virtual participation and includes fundraising options; 100% of net funds raised go to the participant's chosen cause. Organizers describe the event as a smaller, capped group run with limited waves that can sell out quickly.
- 5K
- 10K
- Half-Marathon (13.1)
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Format, timing, and participant services
Timing is optional; participants may track time with apps and submit results, and coordinators can help record times. No timing chips are used. Swag is shipped to the US mailing address provided at registration; race bibs are provided on race day. Finishers receive a medal and a finisher's towel or giveaway, plus a digital training pack, online results, and a certificate of completion. Technical running shirts are available as an optional $5 upgrade. Registration fees listed for the event period (Oct 1 - Nov 15) include the 5K at $41.48, 10K at $46.92, Half-Marathon at $50.17, virtual run at $41.48, and Family 1 Mile at $39.31. Participants of all paces and ages may take part; minors must be accompanied by a guardian. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.