3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K & 1 Mile Walk - We Run So They Can Fly
- Date Sun 13th September 2026
- Time 9:11AM EDT
- Location Evesham, New Jersey
- Price $38.10 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K & 1 Mile Walk on Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Evesham Township, Burlington. This uplifting event commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and honors the legacy of LeRoy Homer, a courageous First Officer on United Flight 93. Participants can choose between a flat and fast 5K race or a leisurely 1-mile walk, both starting at the Memorial Sports Complex. With chip timing, HD finish line video, and instant results available through RunSignUp, this event promises a seamless experience for all runners and walkers.
Get ready to earn your Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals in each age group as you support future aviators through the LeRoy Homer Foundation's aviation scholarship program. Registration includes a race day packet and a commemorative T-shirt, with early bird pricing ending on August 1, 2026. The festivities kick off at 9:11 AM to honor that fateful day in history. Whether you’re running in person or virtually, we encourage you to share your race day photos on social media using @leroyhomerfdn. Come out with family and friends
Get ready to earn your Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals in each age group as you support future aviators through the LeRoy Homer Foundation's aviation scholarship program. Registration includes a race day packet and a commemorative T-shirt, with early bird pricing ending on August 1, 2026. The festivities kick off at 9:11 AM to honor that fateful day in history. Whether you’re running in person or virtually, we encourage you to share your race day photos on social media using @leroyhomerfdn. Come out with family and friends
Organiser's Description
3RD ANNUAL 9/11 LEROY HOMER 5K & 1 MILE WALK - WE RUN SO THEY CAN FLY!
Early bird pricing ends 8/1/26!
We are back! Commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11/01 and join us for a 5K or 1 mile walk to support future young aviators. Flat and fast 5K starting in Memorial Sports Complex in Evesham, NJ. Chip timing, HD finish line video, text messaging and instant results on RunSignUp. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals in each age group. Race day packets will be distributed on race day beginning at 7:30 AM. Race will begin at 9:11 AM in honor of 9/11/01.
T-shirt requested size is only guaranteed with registration through 8/17/25. All registrations after that, sizes will be subject to availability. We will do our best to accommodate everyone!
Virtual Runners - You can run anytime from now till Sept 20, 11:59PM. To submit your time, click on "Results" in the menu, look up your name and enter your time. Our goal is to send your t-shirt as soon as possible but you do not have to wait for your race day packet to arrive, in order to run. We would love to see photos of you on your race day! Tag us on social media - Instagram & X: @leroyhomerfdn, Facebook - LeRoy W. Homer Jr. Foundation and tell us where you are located! You can also email any photos you want us to share at info@leroyhomer.org.
LeRoy Homer, resident of Marlton, was the First Officer on United Flight 93 which tragically crashed in Shanksville, PA on Sept 11, 2001. The crew and passengers fought off terrorists and thwarted an attack against the US Capitol. The LeRoy Homer Foundation [https://leroywhomerjr.org] awards flight scholarships to young adults who wish to pursue careers in aviation. The proceeds from this 5K will benefit our aviation scholarship program to help create the next generation of pilots. Come out for a great run or walk while supporting a wonderful cause.
Early bird pricing ends 8/1/26!
We are back! Commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11/01 and join us for a 5K or 1 mile walk to support future young aviators. Flat and fast 5K starting in Memorial Sports Complex in Evesham, NJ. Chip timing, HD finish line video, text messaging and instant results on RunSignUp. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals in each age group. Race day packets will be distributed on race day beginning at 7:30 AM. Race will begin at 9:11 AM in honor of 9/11/01.
T-shirt requested size is only guaranteed with registration through 8/17/25. All registrations after that, sizes will be subject to availability. We will do our best to accommodate everyone!
Virtual Runners - You can run anytime from now till Sept 20, 11:59PM. To submit your time, click on "Results" in the menu, look up your name and enter your time. Our goal is to send your t-shirt as soon as possible but you do not have to wait for your race day packet to arrive, in order to run. We would love to see photos of you on your race day! Tag us on social media - Instagram & X: @leroyhomerfdn, Facebook - LeRoy W. Homer Jr. Foundation and tell us where you are located! You can also email any photos you want us to share at info@leroyhomer.org.
LeRoy Homer, resident of Marlton, was the First Officer on United Flight 93 which tragically crashed in Shanksville, PA on Sept 11, 2001. The crew and passengers fought off terrorists and thwarted an attack against the US Capitol. The LeRoy Homer Foundation [https://leroywhomerjr.org] awards flight scholarships to young adults who wish to pursue careers in aviation. The proceeds from this 5K will benefit our aviation scholarship program to help create the next generation of pilots. Come out for a great run or walk while supporting a wonderful cause.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (9:11AM EDT)
$38.10
T-shirt size guaranteed with registration before 8/17/26. After that, t-shirt size will be based on availability. -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (9:11AM EDT)
$38.10
T-shirt size guaranteed with registration before 8/17/26. After that, t-shirt size will be based on availability. -
Virtual 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.70
T-shirt size guaranteed with registration before 8/17/26. After that, t-shirt size will be based on availability. Virtual registration fee is higher due to shipping costs of t-shirt.
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