When:
Saturday, June 27, 2026
8am Registration
9am Race
Where:
Walnut Creek Recreation Area
Highway 370 & 96th
Papillion, Nebraska
Registration: $30 | Children $15
Sponsorships Available
T-shirts are guaranteed if registered by June 12th. Registration closes June 24th.
Honor a Hero along the 5K Route
Make your race day even more meaningful by honoring a service member or loved one with a personalized yard sign displayed along the Forge Ahead 5K route.
Signs must be ordered by June 12th.
For a $25 donation, you may purchase a custom tribute sign featuring your honoree’s photo, name, and rank. Each sign will be placed along the course on race day, creating a powerful visual tribute to the heroes and loved ones who inspire our community.
Sign Details:
Size: 18" x 12"
Material: Corrugated plastic
Printed single-sided in full color
Includes half H-frame stake for display
Yours to keep! Signs may be picked up and taken home after the race concludes.
Whether you are running, walking, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, this is a meaningful way to celebrate someone special while supporting critical mental health and wellness services for our military, veterans, and their families.
In Partnership with:
Forge Ahead 5K Registration
T-shirts are guaranteed if registered by June 12th. Registration closes June 24th.
Forge Ahead 5K - Adult
$30.00
Participate in the Forge Ahead 5K on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Includes event T-shirt.
Forge Ahead 5K - Child (17 or younger)
$15.00
Participate in the Forge Ahead 5K on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Includes event T-shirt.
Honor a Hero Yard Sign
$25.00
Honor a service member or loved one with a personalized yard sign displayed along the Forge Ahead 5K route.