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Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Oklahoma City 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $42.50 on Nov 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $40$42.50 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| 10K-Active Duty | 10K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $15 | – |
| 10K-Mail Me My Swag | 10K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $55 | – |
| 10K-Veteran | 10K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | Free | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $35$37.50 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| 5K-Active Duty | 5K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $15 | – |
| 5K-Mail Me My Swag | 5K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $50 | – |
| 5K-Veteran | 5K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | Free | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $55$57.50 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon-Active Duty | Half Marathon | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $15 | – |
| Half Marathon-Mail Me My Swag | Half Marathon | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $70 | – |
| Half Marathon-Veteran | Half Marathon | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | Free | – |
| Virtual 10KVirtual | 10K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $37 | – |
| Virtual 5KVirtual | 5K | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $37 | – |
| Virtual Half MarathonVirtual | Half Marathon | Nov 7, 20268:30 AM | $37 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 10K fee goes up to $42.50 on Nov 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K: $40 until Nov 1, then $42.50 until Nov 7, then $45 until Nov 8.
- 10K-Active Duty: $15 until Nov 8.
- 10K-Mail Me My Swag: $55 until Oct 25.
- 10K-Veteran: Free until Nov 8.
Online registration closes Nov 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $55, entry is about 15 percent below a typical half marathon in Oklahoma, which costs $65 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Oklahoma City runs 2:12:44, about 10:08 a mile, based on 16 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:24:46 and men in 1:59:59.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:56 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 1,160 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
8301 SE 104th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73165
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
2025 results
All results (2 years)5K
119
finishers
37:20
median (12:01 /mi)
18:08
winning time
49% / 51%
women / men
10K
70
finishers
1:03:26
median (10:13 /mi)
37:59
winning time
36% / 64%
women / men
Half Marathon
67
finishers
2:07:47
median (9:45 /mi)
1:37:38
winning time
41% / 59%
women / men
Aggregated from official results (Five Star NTP) for Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Oklahoma City. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Oklahoma City?
At the 2025 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 26:51 or better, the top quarter in 32:13, and half the field in 37:20; the last tenth came in after 55:59.
At the 2025 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 47:33 or better, the top quarter in 54:43, and half the field in 1:03:26; the last tenth came in after 1:35:40.
At the 2025 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:47:05 or better, the top quarter in 1:56:53, and half the field in 2:07:47; the last tenth came in after 2:40:39.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 42:50 | 20:24 |
| 20-29 | 35:54 | 30:30 |
| 30-39 | 32:54 | 34:06 |
| 40-49 | 29:38 | 28:56 |
| 50-59 | 36:21 | 32:29 |
| 60-69 | n/a | 46:07 |
| 70+ | n/a | 32:37 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Up 37 percent since 2024.
187
2024
256
2025
All events combined, from official results.
Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Oklahoma City 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 117 to 119 finishers, and the median time dropped from 38:37 to 37:20.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 119 (+2%) | 37:20 | under 26:51 | 18:08 |
| 2024 | 117 | 38:37 | under 26:50 | 20:57 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Oklahoma 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 32:13, against 29:22 in a typical Oklahoma 5K, so times here run 10 percent slower.
- 10K: Faster than most Oklahoma 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 10K field finished under 54:43, against 56:55 in a typical Oklahoma 10K, so times here run 4 percent faster.
- Half Marathon: About average for Oklahoma half marathons. The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:56:53, against 1:58:28 in a typical Oklahoma half marathon, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 7 the day usually runs from 48°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 17% of days. Cold snaps dip to 38°F and hot years reach 76°F.
Based on 70 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Oklahoma City cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Event Schedule
Oct 28. Deadline for guaranteed shirt in your size. Nov. 6. Nov. 7. 7:30 AM - Race Day Check in and Registration opens. 8:30 AM - Race Starts.
Course
Course & Timing
It's not completely flat, but it's no where near hilly so it safe to say FLAT & FAST!!! Besides that, you'll be so busy having fun, that you won't even notice. 5K Course. 10K Course. Half Marathon Course. Water Stations. We will have…
Parking and travel
Parking
Parking is at Lake Stanley Draper Playground parking lot.
Shirt and medal
Awards and Goodies
Participants registered on or by Oct. 30th are guaranteed an awesome shirt! Limited quantity of finisher medals will be ordered. Great Custom award medals in all races as follows: Overall Veteran M/F (still eligible for Overall and…
Rules and FAQ
Event Courtesy Policy & Refund Policy
Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event…
Race details
- Where
- 8301 SE 104th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73165Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,160 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 7, 2026), 2025 (Nov 8, 2025), 2024 (Nov 9, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Oklahoma City?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $42.50 on Nov 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Oklahoma?
- At $55, entry is about 15 percent below a typical half marathon in Oklahoma, which costs $65 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 119 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 37:20 and the winner ran 18:08.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 32:13, against 29:22 in a typical Oklahoma 5K, so times here run 10 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- 8301 SE 104th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73165.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Join us at Lake Stanley Draper in Oklahoma City, OK for the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon, a meaningful race dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Whether you’re running in tribute, alongside a veteran, or as a veteran yourself, this event is a powerful way to show gratitude and community support.
As a token of appreciation, all Veterans race for FREE, and Active Duty military can participate for just $15. Family members and supporters are encouraged to join at the regular registration rate and be part of this special day of recognition and celebration. (ID Required - any form of government issued Military ID)