Saturday, November 7, 2026 in GILBERT Arizona

Honor the Brave 5K Run/Walk

A Patriotic Tradition Worth Running For

There’s something special about seeing a community come together in red, white, and blue.

Join us for the Honor the Brave 5K, an event dedicated to remembering the brave men and women who gave everything in service to our country. Whether you run or walk, you’ll be part of a tradition built on gratitude and freedom.

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A race you'll remember. Swag you'll actually keep.

An Incredible Finisher Medal

Cross the finish line and earn one of the most impressive medals you’ll find anywhere. This 5-inch, premium cast bronze finisher medal features a bold American Eagle, a waving U.S. flag, and a premium patriotic ribbon. It’s a medal you’ll be proud to display long after race day.

Optional 2026 Race Apparel

Want the complete race-day look? Upgrade your registration with your choice of our super-soft unisex short sleeve tee or women’s racerback tank. Featuring our exclusive 2026 Honor the Brave design, these are shirts you’ll actually wear long after the event.

Krispy Kreme at the Finish

Because every great finish deserves a sweet reward. Fresh Krispy Kreme donuts will be waiting at the finish line.

Your Registration Includes

🇺🇸 Entry into the 2026 Honor the Brave 5K
🎖️ Custom race bib
🦅 Spectacular 5″ patriotic finisher medal
⏱️ Professionally chip-timed race
🏆 Awards to the Top 3 Overall Male & Female and Top 3 in each age group
📸 FREE professional race photos to download — always high resolution and never watermarked

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Schedule & Location

Early Packet Pickup – Friday, November 6th (Highly Recommended. Future-you agrees.)

Saturday – November 7th (IT’S GO TIME)

  • 6:30 – 7:30AM: Race Day Packet Pickup, on site at the race start area
  • 7:30AM: Packet Pickup is CLOSED, you must check in prior to 7:30AM to participate so please plan accordingly. If you’re late, the donuts still judge you.
  • 8:00AM: 5K Start (wave start)
  • Awards will begin immediately following the event. Overall awards will be presented when the top finishers are posted, Age Group awards will be presented and can be claimed at any time after winners are finalized.

Start/Finish Location

Course

The Medal You'll Be Proud to Earn.

The 2026 Honor the Brave finisher medal is a showpiece!  Measuring an impressive 5 inches, this premium bronze medal features intricate raised details, a powerful American Eagle, vibrant patriotic accents, and a custom red, white, and blue ribbon.  It’s a meaningful reminder of a 5K that honors something much bigger than the finish line.

Race Tee

Add the optional unisex short sleeve tee in navy blue.  Available in unisex sizes XS – 4X

Racerback Tank

Add the optional women’s racerback tank in a super soft navy frost color.  Available in unisex sizes XS – 3X

Awards

Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Groups (Note: Age Groups will be added or combined based on overall race attendance and age breakdown. We typically require a minimum of 3 per age group before we add new brackets).

  • 16 and Under
  • 17-24
  • 25-29
  • 30-34
  • 35-39
  • 40-44
  • 45-49
  • 50-54
  • 55-59
  • 60-64
  • 65-69
  • 70-74
  • 75+