# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Running for Valor 5k
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: 🇺🇸 2nd Annual Running for Valor 5K 🇺🇸
📅 June 27th

June 27th is more than just race day — it’s PTSD Awareness Day, a day that holds deep meaning for us.

This year, we will jump the day before and run the day of in honor of all those who have fought the battle of PTSD — for those still fighting and for those who have won the battle.

Every step is for awareness.
Every mile is for hope.
Every runner is running with purpose.

👟 Lace up your shoes and run for something bigger than yourself.

💲 Registration: $22
👕 Includes a custom Running for Valor shirt

🔗 Sign-up link: 

https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/RockFalls/2ndAnnualRunningForValor

Special Announcement: We’re thrilled to announce that Roger That Coffee will be joining us at our 5K event! Be sure to stop by and grab drinks for purchase before and after the race!

Join us as we stand together, raise awareness, and run for valor.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/2nd-annual-running-for-valor-5k/200029361938257
- **Event Categories**: sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 73

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Sterling
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Elevate Youth Center Sterling IL
- **lat**: 41.81006
- **long**: -89.70221
- **full address**: Elevate Youth Center Sterling IL, 505 W Lynn Blvd, Sterling, IL 61081-9004, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2nd Annual Running for Valor 5k being held?
  - **A:** 2nd Annual Running for Valor 5k takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am at Elevate Youth Center Sterling IL, 505 W Lynn Blvd, Sterling, IL 61081-9004, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2nd Annual Running for Valor 5k?
  - **A:** 2nd Annual Running for Valor 5k is organized by Valor Support Project.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2nd Annual Running for Valor 5k is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sterling, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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