American Hero 25K Relay & Half Marathon
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American Hero 25K Relay & Half Marathon

San Antonio, Texas, United States
May 28, 2023
Running

About this race

Introducing the American Hero 25k Relay, Inaugural American Hero Half Marathon, 10K Ruck, and Hero 5k Race: Uniting for a Cause

Date: May 24, 2026

Location: Comanche Park, Salado Creek Greenway

About the Event:

Prepare for an extraordinary day as we proudly present the American Hero 25k Relay, inaugural American Hero Half Marathon, the challenging 10K Ruck, and the accessible Hero 5k Race! On May 25, 2025, join us at Comanche Park, Salado Creek Greenway, for an event dedicated to honoring the spirit of heroism and resilience that defines the American ethos.

Celebrating Heroes:

At the core of our event is a celebration of heroes, past and present. Whether they're the brave men and women in uniform, first responders, essential workers, or everyday citizens making a difference, we honor their unwavering commitment to serving others.

The American Hero 25k Relay:

Gather your team and step into the shoes of champions in the American Hero 25k Relay. This thrilling relay race navigates a looped 5k course through the scenic Salado Creek Greenway, offering teams an opportunity to showcase their teamwork, endurance, and determination. With each handoff, runners embody the strength and fortitude that characterize our nation's heroes.

 American Hero Half Marathon:

The American Hero Half Marathon! Participants will conquer  13.1 miles out and back in the beautiful Salado Creek Greenway trails. Whether you're a seasoned runner or new to the sport, join us as we inaugurate a new tradition of honoring heroes through the power of running.

The 10K Ruck:

Challenge yourself in the 10K Ruck, where participants carry a rucksack weighing no less than 25 pounds and up to 50 pounds over a scenic 10-kilometer course. This event pays tribute to the resilience and strength of our nation's heroes, providing a unique opportunity to walk in their footsteps and experience the weight they carry in service to others.

The Hero 5k Race:

For those who want to join the cause but prefer a shorter distance, we're thrilled to offer the Hero 5k Race! Lace up your shoes and conquer one loop of the scenic Salado Creek Greenway, covering 3.1 miles in honor of our nation's heroes.

Uniting for a Cause:

Beyond the thrill of competition, the American Hero events stand as symbols of hope and unity.

Join Us:

Whether you're participating in the relay, half marathon, 10K Ruck, or Hero 5k Race, or cheering from the sidelines, we invite you to be part of this historic occasion. Let's come together to honor the legacy of American heroes and inspire a brighter future for generations to come.

Register Today:

Don't miss your chance to be part of history! Register now for the American Hero 25k Relay, Inaugural American Hero Half Marathon, 10K Ruck, or Hero 5k Race and join us on May 24, 2026, at Comanche Park, Salado Creek Greenway, for a day of triumph, unity, and celebration.

For more information and registration,

Join fellow runners on May 28, 2023 for the American Hero 25K Relay & Half Marathon. It's a fantastic 25K, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in San Antonio.

Pick your distance

Running

25k Challenge (Run For your Hero)

Take on the challenge to run the full 25 by yourself and run for your American Hero. The First 100 participants will receive a beautiful running hat in their package. All finishers will receive a super soft finishers shirt to commemorate your 25k Challenge finish. Depending on our number of registrations for Challenge we are looking into offering price money to our masters in this event.

May 28, 2023 25K 7:30 AM
$85.00
Closed

25k Relay Team

Bring your team of 5 Runners and come test your legs on full out 5k. This year all teams must register their team together. Changes can be made at packet pick up. You do not need to have all the information of all of your runners. The first 20 teams to register will receive a free runner discount. The first 50 teams to register will get a free upgrade to Gender Specific singlets. The winning teams for both male and female will still have price money to their name and depending on the number of teams register we are looking into doing price money for other categories. This will be announced at a later time.

May 28, 2023 25K 7:30 AM
Free
Closed

5K Hero Race

Come and enjoy a full out race.

May 28, 2023 5K 7:30 AM
$50.00
Closed

25K Hero Ruck (18 and over only)

We have decide to include a Ruck in our race for those who want to take challenge of rucking our event for your American hero. Your bib will have their name. This event will not be timed. You can choose to carry between 25 to 50 pounds. We will have 5 hour time limit to finish the ruck. Please be sure to be prepared to ruck this event safely and under the time limit. We will have a medic station near the finish line to check your health between each 5k to make sure you are healthy and able to continue. Special award for the top 3 Ruck champions from E-Dragon productions

May 28, 2023 25K 7:30 AM
$75.00
Closed

Wheelchair

Wheelchair 5K

For the second year we will be hosting a wheel chair categorie and we are so excited for them to join us. Depending on how big the event gets we will have a separate route for our wheel chairs to be able to do for the safety and comfort of all of our participants.

May 28, 2023 5K 7:15 AM
$45.00
Closed

Weather Overview

These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in San Antonio in 2023, from Open-Meteo archive data.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (monthly average) 21.4° / Maximum temperature (monthly average) 28.1°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 21.4° / Maximum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 31.1°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (monthly average)
17.7
Precipitation (mm)
Average precipitation (monthly average)
1.6mm

About San Antonio

American Hero 25K Relay & Half Marathon takes place in San Antonio, Texas, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.

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