9/11 Heroes Run - Northern Virginia
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9/11 Heroes Run - Northern Virginia
The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K in Oakton, Virginia, is a community running and rucking event held on September 13, 2026, at Oakton Elementary School, 3000 Chain Bridge Road, Oakton VA 22124. The event brings together runners, ruckers, and walkers to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who have served since. It also aims to activate and unite communities and to support local veterans, active duty personnel, first responders, and families of the fallen.
Distances offered:
- 5K Run including an honor bib Rider option
- 5K Ruck
Rucking divisions are offered in partnership with GORUCK. Rucking is 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.
The event includes volunteer roles. Registration and fee structures vary by entry type and division. The description of the run notes family and individual participation across a range of fitness levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
