Running Strong

DAV (Disabled American Veterans) holds its 2021 DAV 5K at The Banks on Nov. 6, with a virtual option held Nov. 6 to 11, 2021. Register and join the virtual 5K now .

The DAV 5K is a walk, roll, run and motorcycle ride that thanks those who served and raises awareness of the issues our ill and injured veterans face every day. The virtual DAV 5K allows participants to show support for veterans from anywhere they choose.

DAV Impact in 2020

3,400 – Participants in the first-ever virtual DAV 5K in 2020

21,000 – The number of separating service members counseled by DAV transition service officers

17,000 – Applications presented for for earned VA benefits.

32,000 –  Veterans, spouses and service members who attended one of 92 DAV job fairs, most of which were converted from in-person events to virtual due to precautions related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

243,000 – No-cost ride provided by DAV voluntary drivers despite the challenges presented by COVID-19

1 million – DAV veterans and their families helped

9.6 million – Miles traveled to transport veterans to and from VA medical appointments.

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Registration

Registration is open through Nov. 1 at www.DAV5K.org. The virtual 5K is open through Nov. 11!

Race Day
7 a.m. – Check in and registration open.

9 a.m. – Race begins

Race Location

The race is held at Great American Ball Park. There is a 1-mile route option. Signage and volunteers will direct those who want to take the shorter route.

Packet Pickup
Thursday, Nov. 4
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
DAV National Headquarters
860 Dolwick Drive
Erlanger, Ky. 41018

Friday, Nov. 5
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Feet Fleet Blue Ash
9525 Kenwood Rd #42
Blue Ash, Ohio 45242

Participants can pick up their race bib and shirt. Pick-up is also available on race morning at 7 a.m.

Post Party

The after-party will be held at Moerlein Lager House. Veterans receive a complimentary drink and all race participants enjoy light refreshments from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.