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Memorial Day Hero Salute

Kingwood, Texas
Memorial Day Hero Salute official race logo - running event in Kingwood, Texas
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
Kingwood, Texas
PRICE:
Free
DISTANCES:
10 Events: 13.1 Miles, 250m, 1.5 Miles, 2 Miles, 10K, 5K, 5K, 1.5 Miles, 2 Miles, 13.1 Miles

About Memorial Day Hero Salute

Rad Racing Company proudly presents... the 2nd Annual Memorial Day Hero Salute!!

 

Every Memoridal Day we meet at the Town Center Park in Kingwood to honor those who gave it all for our freedoms by completing/competing in one of two Hero Races: MURPH / LOREDO, or a Half-Marathon / 5K/10k ... 10 and Under fun: Kids Mini-Salute (short mini hero race).

**POST-RACE will end with a Kids and Winners Tug-of-War Competition!!**

 

So, before you fire-up those grills and put on your swim suit, lace-up your kicks and come along side us to raise funds for our awesome Heros/Families and push yourself to a new level of courage.

 

They did it for us... we can do it for them!

 

See you on the course!

 

The event benefits these charities:  Semper Fi & Americas Fund, Impact a Hero and We Run for Him

**please consider making a direct donation and creating your own fundraiser to any of these worthy partner organizations through our Run Sign-Up page.

Top Fundraiser will receive a full refund of their registration

(must donate at least $50 for this)

**all individual donations of $25 or more will receive a discount on registration and be entered into drawing for free race entry**

 

ALL event participants will receive a Custom Race Shirt, Finishers Medal and Race Bib.

Overall Award winners and age placement will receive for Top 3.

**EXCLUSIVE MDHS SWAG PACK (LIMITED QTY) - coveted TBD, TBD and Choice of 'Hero Garb'... available at check-out, packet pick-up and event until we run out!

**Be sure to sign up by April 26th to guarantee finisher shirt and size!**

 

MURPH (timed: x1 round) - 1-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 air-squats, 1-mile run
LOREDO (timed: x6 rounds) - 24 air-squats, 24 push-ups, 24 lunges, .25-mile run
KIDS SALUTE (timed: x1 round) - .25-mile run, 12 air-squats, 12 push-ups, 12 sit-ups, .25-mile run

 

*Tug of War ~ M/F Award Winners Murph, Loredo, Half & 5k and Kids divided amongst top 6!!

LET'S HONOR THEM... WE'LL BE CHEERING YOU ON!! 💪

 

ALL overall award winners this year will get a FREE invite to Race with us again next year for any distance they choose… let’s see who’s coming back on RRC’s dime in 2026!

 

PRE RACE FUN: Music, Sponsor/Vendor Booths, AND Donation Drawing!!

POST RACE FUN: live results, awards, TUG-of-WAR, refreshments and music!!

 

Course & Site Map Here!


 

Volunteer then Run" is our highly discounted registration to help with Race Day and Pre-Race Day Packet-Pick-Up.  After Packet Pick-Up is over, you can run and then after help with Award Distribution, Finishline photos and Finisher Tent needs.  This option is only available to Loredo and 5k participants. Simply show up an hour and a half before race start to help and about 15 minutes before race starts, you can join everyone at the starting line for pre-race warmup. Then after you run the race and recover you help us hand out awards, refreshments and any post-race needs!!


Supporting/not running, but want to serve your running community and still get the swag? No problem, just click on volunteer on the above menu and choose from the available positions still available. These positions are filled on a first come first serve basis.

 

Full race volunteers will receive:
Race Swag
1 free entry to a future Rad Racing Company event

 

Let’s get together and honor our Military Heros this Memorial Day!!

Memorial Day Hero SaluteRad Racing Company proudly presents... the 2nd Annual Memorial Day Hero Salute!!   Every Memoridal Day we meet at the Town Center Park in Kingwood to honor those who gave it all for our freedoms by completing/competing in one of two Hero Races: MURPH / LOREDO, or a Half-Marathon / 5K/10k ... 10 and Under fun: Kids Mini-Salute (short mini hero race). **POST-RACE will end with a Kids and Winners Tug-of-War Competition!!**   So, before you fire-up those grills and put on your swim suit, lace-up your kicks and come along side us to raise funds for our awesome Heros/Families and push yourself to a new level of courage.   They did it for us... we can do it for them!   See you on the course!   The event benefits these charities:  Semper Fi & Americas Fund, Impact a Hero and We Run for Him **please consider making a direct donation and creating your own fundraiser to any of these worthy partner organizations through our Run Sign-Up page. Top Fundraiser will receive a full refund of their registration (must donate at least $50 for this) **all individual donations of $25 or more will receive a discount on registration and be entered into drawing for free race entry**   ALL event participants will receive a Custom Race Shirt, Finishers Medal and Race Bib. Overall Award winners and age placement will receive for Top 3. **EXCLUSIVE MDHS SWAG PACK (LIMITED QTY) - coveted TBD, TBD and Choice of 'Hero Garb'... available at check-out, packet pick-up and event until we run out! **Be sure to sign up by April 26th to guarantee finisher shirt and size!**   MURPH (timed: x1 round) - 1-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 air-squats, 1-mile run LOREDO (timed: x6 rounds) - 24 air-squats, 24 push-ups, 24 lunges, .25-mile run KIDS SALUTE (timed: x1 round) - .25-mile run, 12 air-squats, 12 push-ups, 12 sit-ups, .25-mile run   *Tug of War ~ M/F Award Winners Murph, Loredo, Half & 5k and Kids divided amongst top 6!! LET'S HONOR THEM... WE'LL BE CHEERING YOU ON!! 💪   ALL overall award winners this year will get a FREE invite to Race with us again next year for any distance they choose… let’s see who’s coming back on RRC’s dime in 2026!   PRE RACE FUN: Music, Sponsor/Vendor Booths, AND Donation Drawing!! POST RACE FUN: live results, awards, TUG-of-WAR, refreshments and music!!   Course & Site Map Here!   Volunteer then Run" is our highly discounted registration to help with Race Day and Pre-Race Day Packet-Pick-Up.  After Packet Pick-Up is over, you can run and then after help with Award Distribution, Finishline photos and Finisher Tent needs.  This option is only available to Loredo and 5k participants. Simply show up an hour and a half before race start to help and about 15 minutes before race starts, you can join everyone at the starting line for pre-race warmup. Then after you run the race and recover you help us hand out awards, refreshments and any post-race needs!! Supporting/not running, but want to serve your running community and still get the swag? No problem, just click on volunteer on the above menu and choose from the available positions still available. These positions are filled on a first come first serve basis.   Full race volunteers will receive:Race Swag1 free entry to a future Rad Racing Company event   Let’s get together and honor our Military Heros this Memorial Day!!
Kingwood, TX

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 11 race distances available for Memorial Day Hero Salute in Kingwood, TX. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!)

13.1 Miles
Distance
13.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!)?
The HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!) covers 13.1 Miles.
What time does the HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 6:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The HALF MARATHON! (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!)

250m
Distance
250m
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!)?
The KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!) covers 250m.
What time does the KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 7:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The KIDS MINI-SALUTE (10&under) (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!)

1.5 Miles
Distance
1.5 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!)?
The LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) covers 1.5 Miles.
What time does the LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 7:15:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

MURPH (EARLY BIRD!)

2 Miles
Distance
2 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about MURPH (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the MURPH (EARLY BIRD!)?
The MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) covers 2 Miles.
What time does the MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 7:15:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the MURPH (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

10K! (EARLY BIRD!)

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 10K! (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the 10K! (EARLY BIRD!)?
The 10K! (EARLY BIRD!) covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the 10K! (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The 10K! (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 7:15:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 10K! (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the 10K! (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the 10K! (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The 10K! (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

5K! (EARLY BIRD!)

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K! (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the 5K! (EARLY BIRD!)?
The 5K! (EARLY BIRD!) covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K! (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The 5K! (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 7:15:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5K! (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the 5K! (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the 5K! (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The 5K! (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!)

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!)?
The Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!) covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The Virtual 5K (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!)

1.5 Miles
Distance
1.5 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!)?
The Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) covers 1.5 Miles.
What time does the Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The Virtual LOREDO (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!)

2 Miles
Distance
2 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!)?
The Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) covers 2 Miles.
What time does the Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The Virtual MURPH (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!)

13.1 Miles
Distance
13.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!)?
The Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!) covers 13.1 Miles.
What time does the Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The Virtual HALF MARATHON (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!)

Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Kingwood, TX
KingwoodTX
Memorial Day Hero Salute Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!)

How long is the Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!)?
The Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!) covers Distance varies.
What time does the Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!) start?
The Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!) starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!)?
Registration for the Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!) costs $0.00.
Where is the Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!) located?
The Volunteer then Run (EARLY BIRD!) takes place in Kingwood, TX.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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