VandyBoys Salute to Service 5K

250 Years of Valor. 4 Years in the Making. The Return.

The Return of Nashville’s Most Meaningful Miles

After four years, the tradition returns to the West End. Join the VandyBoys and Memories of Honor to celebrate America’s 250th birthday by carrying the names of our fallen service members. This is more than a race; it is a living memorial where we turn passive gratitude into active honor.

The Pre-Game Mission

While the VandyBoys prepare for battle on the diamond, we take to the pavement to honor those who fought the ultimate battle for us. In a region that is home to over 146,000 veterans and thousands of surviving families, this is our opportunity to show up as one community.

The Living Memorial

This isn't a standard 5K. You don’t just run for a time; you run for a name. Upon registration, you are matched with a fallen hero. You will wear their name on your chest and carry their legacy to the finish line, providing powerful, visible proof to their families that their loved one is still an inspiration to us all.

One Team. One Mission. No One Forgotten.

Event Logistics

Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Vanderbilt University Hawkins Field
Post-Race: Head to Hawkins Field to catch the VandyBoys in their official Salute to Service game!

What You Get

Commemorative t-shirt
Fallen Hero Memorial Bib
That amazing feeling you get when you know you are making an impact in your community.

Awards

Overall Top Finishers Top Overall Male Top Overall Female

Age Group Awards: 1st Place Male and Female in each of the following categories:

Under 18, Ages 18 to 29, Ages 30 to 39, Ages 40 to 49, Ages 50 to 64, Over 65

REGISTRATION OPTIONS

$48.70

incl. $3.70 Fee

Registration Opens February 9, 2026 at 10:00am CST

$27.50

incl. $2.50 Fee

Registration Opens February 9, 2026 at 10:00am CST

$27.50

incl. $2.50 Fee

Registration Opens February 9, 2026 at 10:00am CST

WANT TO RUN FOR FREE?"

Commit to the mission. Raise $250 for Memories of Honor, and we will automatically refund your entire registration fee. Click 'Become a Fundraiser' during checkout to start.

We’re Back in 2026.

Since 2022, the heartbeat of our campus has been under construction—but our mission never paused. This April, the barricades come down. We are reclaiming the pavement for the families of the fallen. Whether you’re a student, an alum, or a patriot from across the state, this is the homecoming Nashville has been waiting for.