Five For The Fallen
About this race
2nd Annual Memorial Day Honor Ruck 2026
Five for the Fallen
"Marching to Remember, Rucking to Honor"
Join us on Memorial Day for a meaningful 5-mile ruck, honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. The Five For The Fallen Memorial March invites Active Duty Service Members, Veterans, and Civilians to come together in a solemn tribute to the fallen, while supporting the important mission of T.A.P.S. (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors).
Event Details:
Start & Finish Location: USS Cod - 1201 N Marginal Rd, Cleveland, OH 44114Date: Monday, May 25, 2026
Ruckers will embark on a scenic and reflective journey through Cleveland, with designated tribute points to honor and remember the fallen.
*This is a rules of the road course. Course leads and support will be available.
Schedule of Events:
11:00 AM - Packet Pick-Up Opens11:45 AM - Presentation and National Anthem
12:00 PM - Ruck Steps Off
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM - Finish Line Festivities back at the USS Cod
Why Join Us?
By rucking together, we honor those who served and gave all while uplifting their families and loved ones. Your participation directly supports T.A.P.S., helping ensure no survivor grieves alone.Event Perks:
Commemorative Ruck Patch
Option to purchase Soft-Fit Short Sleeve Shirt
Post-Ruck Snacks
Whether you’re a seasoned rucker or new to the community, this event is for everyone who wants to make Memorial Day truly meaningful.
Register Now:
Sign up today to secure your spot and help us honor our heroes. Together, we’ll carry their memory forward.
Routes: 5 Mile / 1 Mile
Honor Poster:
Memorial Day is about honoring those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedoms. As a way to pay tribute, we are creating posters to honor your family and friends who have served.
If you would like to have a family member, friend or loved one honored, you can purchase an honor poster and send the details below to: (angie.dietz@runtheland.com Deadline: 5/18/2026)
Name
Date or Year of Birth/Death
Image (optional)
Rank and Branch of Service
Join fellow runners on May 25, 2026 for the Five For The Fallen. It's a fantastic 8K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Cleveland.
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Running
Five For The Fallen - 5 Mile Honor March
Memorial Day Ruck
1 Mile Honor March
Memorial Day Ruck
Virtual Ruck
Memorial Day Virtual Ruck Patches, and shirts if ordered, will be mailed the week following the event.
Weather Overview
These values represent the 5-year monthly averages for May in Cleveland.
About Cleveland
Five For The Fallen takes place in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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