9/11 Heroes Run - Canton, Georgia
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9/11 Heroes Run - Canton, Georgia
The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K takes place at Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Canton, GA 30114. The event honors the victims and first responders of 9/11 and recognizes veterans, active duty personnel, first responders, and families of the fallen.
The program includes multiple participation categories: a paid 5K run with different registration tiers, a free Rider honor-bib 5K, a 5K Ruck division in partnership with GORUCK, and volunteer opportunities. Participants who register in the GORUCK rucking division receive the annual TMF GORUCK patch. Rucking is described as walking or running while carrying a weighted rucksack, based on special forces training.
Registration for most run and ruck categories opens on May 27, 2026 and many of those categories close on June 30, 2026. The Rider honor-bib registration remains available through September 5, 2026. Volunteer registration opens July 31, 2026 and closes September 5, 2026. Fees vary by category and include both paid and no-fee options.
The event format focuses on community participation with distinct racing and rucking divisions and designated volunteer roles. Facilities and exact course details are provided at the event location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
