Eglin afb gate to gate run 2023

A runner carries the American flag during the 34th annual Gate-to-Gate Memorial Day Run May 27 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The run is held to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. More than 900 people participated in the Eglin tradition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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    By Jared Williams
  • May 2, 2022

Eglin afb gate to gate run 2023
A runner carries the American flag during the 34th annual Gate-to-Gate Memorial Day Run May 27 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The run is held to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. More than 900 people participated in the Eglin tradition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

🙌 Thanks to the sponsors

Eglin Federal Credit Union and Step One Automotive Group are sponsoring this year’s event!

After a two-year hiatus, the tradition returns with Eglin’s 35th Annual Gate to Gate Memorial Day Run/Walk! 

  • This year’s 4.4-mile event will take place on Monday, May 30 at 7 a.m. and is one of Northwest Florida’s greatest traditions.

Registration is open to the public now through Tuesday, May 24 for those who wish to participate as runners, walkers or wheelchair participants. All registered participants can enjoy a post-race party at Unity Park and a FREE kids’ race at 8:30 a.m. 

Eglin afb gate to gate run 2023
A runner salutes the All Wars Memorial as he runs by during the 34th annual Gate-to-Gate Memorial Day Run May 27 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The run is held to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. More than 900 people participated in the Eglin tradition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

Early registration is $35 and will be open through Monday, May 2. Late registration is $45 and will be open through Tuesday, May 24. Registration will be available on the day of the race for $55 from 5 to 6 a.m. for those with base access. Cash will not be accepted for registration at any point.

  • For more information on race-day details and registration, go to www.eglinlife.com/gatetogate.
Eglin afb gate to gate run 2023
More than 900 race participants dash through the start line during the 34th annual Gate-to-Gate Memorial Day Run May 27 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The run is held to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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