9/11 Heroes Run - Huntsville, Alabama
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9/11 Heroes Run - Huntsville, Alabama
The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K takes place on September 12, 2026 at Trash Panda Stadium, 500 Trash Panda Way, Madison, AL 35758, US. The event welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who have served since.
The event aims to activate and unite communities while supporting local veterans, active duty service members, first responders, and families of the fallen. Some divisions are described as open to individuals and families.
Available distances and divisions include:
- 5K running events
- 5K ruck division with GORUCK
- 1 Mile run and walk
Registration information varies by division. Registration for most divisions opens May 29, 2026; some divisions have registration deadlines on July 1, 2026 while others remain open later. Fees vary by division and include examples from the event listings such as $36 for an open 5K, $31 for a PUSHER 5K entry, $41 for the 5K ruck, $21 for the 1 Mile, and $0 for an honor bib Rider entry and volunteer roles.
The event organizer partners with GORUCK to offer rucking divisions. Rucking is described as a sport based on special forces training in which participants walk or run while carrying weighted rucksacks. Participants registered in the GORUCK division receive the event's TMF GORUCK patch. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
