Vet Fest
Registration Open
When is Vet Fest?
Vet Fest takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Middletown, DE.
What distances does Vet Fest offer?
Vet Fest offers 5 events: Vet Fest - Family Fun Walk (1mile, untimed), Vet Fest - 5K, Vet Fest - 5K Ruck, Vet Fest - Virtual, Vet Fest - Motorcycle Ride.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vet Fest - Family Fun Walk (1mile, untimed) | 1.0 mi | $30.00 | Register |
| Vet Fest - 5K | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Vet Fest - 5K Ruck | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Vet Fest - Virtual | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Vet Fest - Motorcycle Ride | — | $30.00 | Register |
How much does Vet Fest cost?
Registration for Vet Fest starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Vet Fest held?
Vet Fest is held in Middletown, DE at 801 Mapleton Ave..
About Vet Fest
Vet Fest 2026
Run. Ruck. Walk. Ride.
Vet Fest provides an annual uplifting opportunity for the military and civilian communities to stand together against military and veteran suicide. Focusing on physical fitness, participants are invited to run, ruck, ride, roll or walk their way through their community.
Honoring the founding location of Vet Fest, Whitehall Delaware will still host the annual event with participants from around the country invited to join in nationally where they are. Virtual runs and rides will take place all weekend long - banning together as a nation to benefit Stop Soldier Suicide’s efforts to reduce the epidemic of military suicide.
All registrants will be mailed a commemorative Vet Fest 2026 event T-shirt. Register by SEPTEMBER 1st to guarantee your shirt shipment before Vet Fest on September 26th!
Registration:
$30 NOW through August 31st
$35 September 1st - 19th
$40 September 20th - 27th
$50 On Race Day
Timeline of Events
9:00 AM - Registration & Bib Pick-Up
10:15 AM - National Anthem & Pep Rally
11:00 AM - Start Time:
- 5k Run/Ruck
- Family Walk
11:30 AM - Lunch & Live Music
12:15 PM - Race Awards
Event Address & Parking Info
Address
801 Mapleton Ave, Middletown, DE 19709
Parking
Vet Fest volunteers will direct you to event parking when you arrive
Age Groups and Awards
5K Awards
- Overall Male/Female
- Overall Masters Male/Female
- Top 3 in each age group Male/Female
- 13 and Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69, 70+
5K Ruck Awards
- Top 5 Overall Males
- Top 5 Overall Females
Course Maps
5K Run/Ruck/Walk
*Maps are for directional purposes only.
Swag & Giveaways
Vet Fest - Family Fun Walk (1mile, untimed): T-Shirt
Vet Fest - 5K: T-Shirt
Vet Fest - 5K Ruck: T-Shirt
Vet Fest - Virtual: T-Shirt
Vet Fest - Motorcycle Ride: T-Shirt
From $30.00
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