9/11 Heroes Run - Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania

SEP
27
2026
The 9/11 Heroes Run in Allentown offers a 5K run/walk, a 5K ruck, and a 1-mile walk on September 27, 2026. This community event honors the heroes of 9/11 and those who have served. It includes special divisions for rucking and categories for active duty military and first responders.
Sun 27 Sep 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The 9/11 Heroes Run takes place in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The event is scheduled for Sunday, September 27, 2026. The venue is Parkland HS Stadium.

Available Events

Participants can choose from several activities:

  • A 5K Run/Walk, with standard individual registration and a category for active duty military or first responders.
  • A 5K Ruck, which involves walking or running with a weighted backpack. This also has individual and active duty military/first responder categories.
  • A 1-Mile Walk.
  • A Volunteer opportunity.

Event Details

The event is described as welcoming runners, ruckers, and walkers. Its purpose is to honor the heroes of September 11th and those who served in the subsequent wars, with an aim to unite communities and support local veterans, active duty personnel, first responders, and families of the fallen.

A partnership with GORUCK facilitates the rucking divisions. Participants registered for the GORUCK division receive an exclusive patch. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Ruck - Active Duty Military or First Responder
5 km
5k Ruck - Individual
5 km
5k Run/walk - Active Duty Military or First Responder
5 km
5k Run/walk - Individual
1-Mile Walk