4th annual VWM 5K Run/Walk to Remember on Saturday, April 18th

Run to honor those that are gone.

March 30, 2015; 10:53 AM • by Richard Hayes

The 4th annual VWM 5K Run/Walk to Remember is hitting the streets on Saturday, April 18th at 8:00 AM. It’s an opportunity for civilians to run or walk amongst active duty military units often running in full uniform and formation. Sponsored American flags line the last few yards to honor and remember those military members that have died.

This annual event features a scenic 5K route that winds through historic Hollywood Cemetery and surrounding roads, with a scenic backdrop of the Virginia War Memorial, James River and the River City skyline. All proceeds go to fund the Virginia War Memorial educational programs.

Your options for participating are listed below and you can register online.

5K Run/Walk – $25
Pre-registration ends April 12 @ 11:59 PM. No fear, you can still register in person, Friday, April 17 & the day of the race, April 18th, but the price is $35/entry.

KidsFunRun (ages 3-12) – FREE
This is a 1/2 mile run. Runners must register, sign waiver and pick up race bracelet day of event.

Wheelchair/Handcycle Race (all ages) – $25

BedHead Runner – $35
New this year!! This category allows you to sleep in but still support the VWM and get your race shirt. Stay home and we’ll mail your shirt to you. No sore muscles for you but you’ve supported the Memorial – Win-win!!!

Memorial Flag – $10
Sponsor a flag with the name and information of a service
member that has died (while in service or after having served). These remembrance flags will line the finish line for all to see.