Name: Patriot Day Run 5K
Start: 2025-09-06T06:00:00-04:00
Location: Forsyth Park - Savannah, Georgia

The Patriot Day Run is a collaborative remembrance event hosted by the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation and the City of Savannah. This annual 5K run commemorates the lives lost on September 11, 2001, including the brave first responders, and honors those who have fallen in the Global War on Terrorism.
Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Forsyth Park, Savannah, GA
Cost:
Free to run! To receive a bib, t-shirt and medal, register early for discounts:
Patriot Day Run 2025 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/patriot-day-run-2025-tickets-1474887100019?aff=oddtdtcreator

Early Bird Pricing: DOD ID cardholders and first responders $35. All others are $45.
Late Registration for all is $55
Participants who have registered for the Patriot Day Run 5K can pick up their race packets ahead of the event day at Fleet Feet locations in Savannah & Pooler, at Newman Physical Fitness Center (Fort Stewart), and Tominac Physical Fitness Center (Hunter Army Airfield).
Race packet pickup times for all locations are:
• Thursday, September 4, 4:00–6:00 p.m.
• Friday, September 5, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Schedule:
0600 Day-of Registration Begins (near Band Shell)
0700 Opening Announcements, National Anthem, 165th Flyover, Admin Notes & Stretching
0725 First Responders Begin Run
0730 Runners Begin (5-min intervals)
0735 Unit Formations Begin
0740 Walkers Begin
0900 3rd Infantry Division Rock Band Performs – Finish Fest Begins
1200 Finish Fest Concludes
Finish Fest Attractions
Located along Gwinett Street and Forsyth Park lawn:
• Military & First Responder Static Displays
Featuring: U.S. Army Rangers, Special Operations, Coast Guard, emergency vehicles, helicopters, and tactical equipment.
• Soldier for Life Table
Learn how the Army continues to support Soldiers and their families after service.
• MWR Information Table
Discover more about upcoming recreation opportunities and services.
• Food Trucks & Vendors
Enjoy great food and local refreshments!
https://stewarthunter.armymwr.com/happenings/patriot-day-5k-run