Through our steps, their legacy lives on.
This Memorial Day, Become the Living Memorial
Honor the Fallen. Speak their Names. Run or walk in remembrance.
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Participate virtually or at a participating wear blue Community Run.
Honor their Sacrifice
Speak their name, learn their story, and dedicate your miles in their honor.
Find a Community Run Near You!
Looking for a way to connect in person? Join a wear blue Community Run Memorial Day weekend for a shared experience of remembrance and unity.
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Date: Thursday, 22 May 2025
Schedule of Events:
6:00 AM – Military connected Circle of Remembrance and PT run
All Day – Tribute wear blue display
5:30 PM – Public Gathering with Circle of Remembrance, followed by a self-paced run/walk
Location: North side of the Washington Monument (along Constitution Avenue)
Drop off Location: German-American Friendship Garden
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DuPont, WA (JBLM/DuPont)
Address: 1775 Bob’s Hollow Lane, DuPont, WA 98327
Start Time: 0800 (Helicopter Landing), 0900 (Official Remarks)
Details: 5K Route
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Colorado Springs, CO (Cottonwood Creek Park)
Address: 7040 Orangewood Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80923
Start Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Details: 5K run or 1-mile walk
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Sparks, NV (Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza)
Address: 300 Howard Dr, Sparks, NV 89434
Start Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Details: 2 miles
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Oak Grove, KY (Oak Grove War Memorial Park)
Address: 948 Walter Garrett Lane, Oak Grove, KY 42262
Start Time: 0900 - TBD
Details: 5K
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Murfreesboro, TN (Middle TN - Murfreesboro)
Address: 1540 W. College St, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Start Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Details: 3.1 miles
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Monterey, CA (Presidio of Monterey Museum on Corporal Ewing Rd)
Address: Corporal Ewing Rd, Monterey, CA 93944
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Details: 5K
More locations & details are coming soon! If you are interested in hosting a Memorial Day event, please complete this form.
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