VCG - Freedom 5K (Friendswood)
Join us for the inaugural VCG Freedom 5K in Friendswood, Texas. This family-friendly Veterans Weekend event supports Veteran College Grants (VCG), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing educational grants and scholarships to veterans, spouses, and children.
Held annually on the Saturday before Veterans Day, this patriotic community event honors the men and women who served our country while helping provide educational grants and scholarships to veterans, spouses, and children. Participants will start/end inside the park near the gazebo and then enjoy a historic scenic run/walk through beautiful Old Town Friendswood beneath the city’s iconic oak trees. Whether you are running for a personal best, walking with family, pushing a stroller, or bringing your dog along, this event is designed for the entire community to come together in observance of Veterans Day.
Event Details:
- Location: Stevenson Park (White Gazebo), 910 S. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, TX 77546
- Race Start: 7:30 AM
- Check-In: 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM
- Parking: Available at Friendswood City Hall and the Main Parking lot
- Stroller Friendly
- Pet Friendly
- Walker Friendly
The VCG Freedom 5K will be professionally chip timed by Run Houston Timing. The event will feature a professional inflatable start/finish arch and digital race clock display. Official race results will be posted online through participant RunSignup accounts and the Veteran College Grants events page following the event.
Participants Receive:
- Custom Finisher Medal
- Official Race Bib
- Ultra Soft Performance Event Shirt (First 300 registered participants are guaranteed their selected shirt size)
Additional Family Activities:
- Coffee Station
- Face Painting for Families and Children
- Patriotic Veterans Weekend Atmosphere
- Community Vendor Canopies
- Music & DJ
Registration:
- Early Registration Adult: $25 (June 1 - July 31st)
- Adults: $35
- Children under twelve: $20
As a charity fundraising event, participants are encouraged, but never required to help raise support for veteran families through personal fundraising efforts. Participants who wish to make an even greater impact are invited to create a personal fundraising page to help support educational grants and scholarships for veterans and their families. Fundraising is completely optional but greatly appreciated.
For sponsorship opportunities, volunteer information, or general event questions, please contact: [email protected]
Register today and help support veterans and their families through education. Registration for this event is advertised with secure payment through RunSignup.