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Aaron Butler Memorial Purple Heart Run
Join the Aaron Butler Memorial Purple Heart Run for a meaningful day of remembrance, community, and connection at Eagle Island State Park. Choose your challenge and help honor the lives and legacies of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
The Aaron Butler Memorial Purple Heart Run returns for its eighth year, bringing together veterans, military families, first responders, and the greater Idaho community to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
More than a trail run, this annual event is an opportunity to reflect, remember, and connect with others who understand the importance of service, sacrifice, and community.
Whether you're an experienced trail runner or simply looking to participate in a meaningful event, there is a place for you.
Choose Your Challenge
Register for:
5K Trail Run
10K Trail Run
Youth 5K (ages 16 and under)
Unknown Distance Run: The event's signature challenge, where you'll discover the course length only after you finish
Join The Community
Registration includes access to the run, food, music, guest speakers, refreshments, raffle and auction items, family-friendly activities, and a community committed to remembering the fallen while celebrating service and connection.
Whether you're running, walking, or cheering others on, we hope you'll join this meaningful Idaho tradition.