# Event Details

- **Event Name**: TX Lockhart State Park & Hats Off For Veterans Presents the Veteran Mental Health Awareness 5K Ruck
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Hats Off For Veterans is proud to partner with Lockhart State Park and Texas Parks & Wildlife to host the Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck 5K Hike on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Lockhart State Park.

This event is designed to bring veterans, military families, first responders, and community supporters together to raise awareness about veteran suicide and the importance of mental health resources, peer support, and community connection.

Participants are invited to complete a 5K hike through the scenic trails of Lockhart State Park. Rucks are welcome but not required. Individuals of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to participate. Registration is free, and all are welcome.

Together, we can honor those we have lost, support those who are struggling, and remind our veterans that they are never alone.

EVENT DETAILS:
* Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
* Time: Hike Begins at 9:00 AM
* Location: Lockhart State Park (2012 State Park Rd, Lockhart, TX 78644)
* Registration: Free
* Rucks: Optional
* Open to Veterans, Military Families, First Responders, and Community Supporters

FREE VENDOR OPPORTUNITY!!!

We kindly invite veteran-serving organizations, nonprofits, businesses, and community partners to participate as vendors at the Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck 5K Hike on September 19, 2026.

Vendors will receive a complimentary 10' x 10' space to share information, resources, and services with event attendees. Vendors are responsible for providing their own canopy, table, chairs, and any other display materials. Setup begins at 7:30 AM and the hike begins at 9:00 AM.

VENDOR REGISTRATION CONTACT INFORMATION:

Lisa Adams, CEO
Hats Off For Veterans
Lisa@HOFV.org or 512-682-5333

Lucas Arteaga, Assistant Superintendent
Lockhart State Park
Lucas.Arteaga@tpwd.texas.gov or 512-398-3479

Honor. Hike. Help. Hope. 

Support Veterans. Prevent Suicide. Save Lives.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lockhart/tx-lockhart-state-park-and-hats-off-for-veterans-presents-the-veteran-mental-health-awareness-5k-ruc/200030340974115
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, mental-health, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 94

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Lockhart
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Lockhart State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife
- **lat**: 29.8553791
- **long**: -97.6977463
- **full address**: Lockhart State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife, 2012 State Park Rd, Lockhart, TX 78644-4874, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is TX Lockhart State Park & Hats Off For Veterans Presents the Veteran Mental Health Awareness 5K Ruck being held?
  - **A:** TX Lockhart State Park & Hats Off For Veterans Presents the Veteran Mental Health Awareness 5K Ruck takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am at Lockhart State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife, 2012 State Park Rd, Lockhart, TX 78644-4874, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing TX Lockhart State Park & Hats Off For Veterans Presents the Veteran Mental Health Awareness 5K Ruck?
  - **A:** TX Lockhart State Park & Hats Off For Veterans Presents the Veteran Mental Health Awareness 5K Ruck is organized by Hats Off For Veterans.

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