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Honor Our Heroes at the Memorial Day Run for Heroes

Community event honors veterans with a memorial ceremony and untimed fun run

By Mary Allie McGoffin - Marketing Director at Moncus Park May 15, 2025

Join us on Monday, May 26 at 8:00 AM for the inaugural Memorial Day Run for Heroes, presented by Acadiana Veteran Alliance and the Stuller Family Foundation, and hosted at Moncus Park.

This meaningful community event invites families, veterans, and supporters from across Acadiana to come together in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

The morning will begin with a special memorial ceremony at the Veterans Memorial, followed by a fun, untimed run and walk through the Park. All ages and fitness levels are welcome!

Event Details

📍 Location: Moncus Park
📅 Date: Monday, May 26
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM start

🎖️ Veterans are especially encouraged to attend.
💧 Light refreshments will be provided.
🎽 Patriotic colors encouraged!

🚗 Parking and attendance are free for the Memorial Program

🔗 Learn more: https://www.supportava.org/events


📝 Run Registration:
• $10 for adults to participate in the fun run - all proceeds benefit Acadiana Veteran Alliance and their mission to support local Veterans. All ages and abilities are welcome.

• Free for kids 12 and under

🔗 Click here to register

If you plan to attend, please reply to this email or contact the team at AVA at andrew@supportava.org so we can prepare accordingly.

Let’s walk, run, and reflect together in honor of our nation’s heroes!


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