CPT Drew Russell Warrior Run – Kalamazoo, MI 2026

Date
April 18, 2026
Location
Kalamazoo, MI
Venue
2000 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $25.00
Events
5K Run, 5K Walk, 5K Run/Walk - VIRTUAL RACE
Includes
T-Shirt
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The CPT Drew Russell Warrior Run costs $20 to $25 to enter, making it an affordable option for runners and walkers heading to Kalamazoo in mid-April. The 5K event takes place on April 18, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM from 2000 W Michigan Ave. This race welcomes both runners and walkers, so you can choose the pace that works for your training schedule or recovery week. Registration is straightforward at this price point, and the early morning start gives you plenty of time to explore Kalamazoo's dining and lodging options before or after the race.

From the Race Organizer
THE CPT DREW RUSSELL Warrior RUN IS GOING TO HAVE A "LIVE" AND VIRTUAL RACE FOR 2026 About This Event: This 5K Run/Walk is in memory of Captain Drew Russell, a WMU ROTC alumni. He was Killed-In-Action in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan on October 8, 2011. As an active member within his community of Scotts, Michigan and a 2004 graduate of Vicksburg High School, he is remembered as a stand-up man who was always looking out for his friends and family with a great sense of humor. After earning his commission as a Second Lieutenant in Armor through Western Michigan University’s ROTC Program, he was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado to carry out his time as an active duty Armor officer. Captain Russell was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart for his actions in battle. He was survived by his mother, Patti, his father, Jim and his brother, James. In Captain Russell’s remembrance, an endowed scholarship was established for Western Michigan University students by his

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is CPT Drew Russell Warrior Run – Kalamazoo, MI 2026?

CPT Drew Russell Warrior Run – Kalamazoo, MI 2026 takes place on April 18, 2026. The race is held in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Where is CPT Drew Russell Warrior Run – Kalamazoo, MI 2026 held?

CPT Drew Russell Warrior Run – Kalamazoo, MI 2026 is held at 2000 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

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