7:00-8:30 am- Race Registration opens up on Jackson Street
8:30 am- Opening Ceremony and Presentation of the Colors by the Wylie Fire Dept. Honor Guard
9:00/9:05 am- Ruck March, 5K & 1-miler kick off! (Start/Finish line is on Jackson Street)
8-2pm- Vendor Fair in Olde City Park (112 N. Ballard Street, Wylie, TX)
Music Entertainment throughout the day will be provided by Mr. Don Lange of Wylie
Live music provided throughout the day. Please plan to bring your chairs out and stay for the day!
9:00am:Live Music performed byMatt Williams & The Retired Army Chaplain Band
10:00am: Live Music performed by Mr. Clay Mobley
10:45 am: Drill Demonstration performed byWylie East High School JROTC
11:00 am: Live Music performed byMiss Kaylee Thomas
11:45 am: Dance routine performed by theCHS Dazzlin’ Dames Officers
Noon: Community Balloon Release for our Fallen Heroes
12:30-1:30 pm: Live Music performed by Matt Williams & The Retired Army Chaplain Band
******************************* 11:00-1 pm Heroes’ Lunch *******************************
FREE BBQ LUNCH hosted by Barnhill Brothers BBQ Served at the First Baptist Church Event Center at
200 N. Ballard Avenue, Wylie, TX
Lunch is open for all Military Veterans, Fire and Police Personnel and their Families.
Activities, Organizations, and Booths:
Wylie Fire and Police Departments Letter Writing Station for our Heroes
“Tribute to Our Heroes” DisplayBarrel Train Rides for the kids
Shriner Clowns The Original Rad Hatter
Patriot Guard RidersFace Painting
Snow cone and Ice cream TruckFood Trucks
Bounce House for the kiddos provided by FBC WylieSilent Auction Items
G.I. Joe Club Display
Vintage and Modern Military Vehicle and Static Displays
Lots of booths and vendors from local businesses and community members
And Much More!!!!!!!!!!!
***We will be collecting donations of nonperishable food items,paper products, and hygiene products which will go to local military veterans in need. You may drop off your donations anytime throughout the event at the Donations’ table in the park. ***