9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Graham, North Carolina
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the Sixth Annual 9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Graham, Alamance! This uplifting community event invites participants of all ages to honor the heroes of 9/11 while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and fun. Come dressed in your red, white, and blue as you take part in the main 5K race or opt for the non-competitive 1-mile run/walk, perfect for those looking for a shorter distance.
In addition to the races, the event features an exciting First Responders Team Cup 5K, a touch-a-truck area, a blood drive, games, and live music from a DJ, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your lawn chairs, gather your friends and family, and get ready for a memorable day of community spirit and remembrance. Mark your calendars and get ready to run or walk in support of a worthy cause—this is an event you won’t want to miss!
In addition to the races, the event features an exciting First Responders Team Cup 5K, a touch-a-truck area, a blood drive, games, and live music from a DJ, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your lawn chairs, gather your friends and family, and get ready for a memorable day of community spirit and remembrance. Mark your calendars and get ready to run or walk in support of a worthy cause—this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Organiser's Description
THE CITY OF GRAHAM PRESENTS THE SIXTH ANNUAL 9/11 COMMEMORATIVE 5K RUN/WALK EVENT ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026. COME DRESSED IN YOUR RED, WHITE, AND BLUE FOR THE EVENT! THE EVENT WILL ALSO FEATURE A FIRST RESPONDERS TEAM CUP 5K, A NON-COMPETITIVE 1-MILE RUN/WALK, A RUNNER SERVICES STATION LOCATED IN THE FIRE BAYS, A TOUCH A TRUCK AREA, A BLOOD DRIVE, GAMES, AND MUSIC WITH A DJ. THIS IS A COMMUNITY EVENT AND IS OPEN TO ALL TO PARTICIPATE! LAWN CHAIRS ARE PERMITTED. CARPOOLING IS RECOMMENDED. THIS EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE.
FOR PARTICIPANTS LOOKING TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 5K, BUT WANTING A SHORTER DISTANCE, WE INVITE YOU TO REGISTER FOR THE NON-COMPETITIVE 1-MILE RUN/WALK. THIS RUN/WALK WILL TAKE PLACE AFTER THE 5K. FAMILIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO EXPLORE AND PLAY IN THE PARK & PLAY MOBILE RECREATION AREA.
NEW ROUTE FOR 2026! CHECK THE "VENUE AND COURSE MAPS" TAB ABOVE!
FOR PARTICIPANTS LOOKING TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 5K, BUT WANTING A SHORTER DISTANCE, WE INVITE YOU TO REGISTER FOR THE NON-COMPETITIVE 1-MILE RUN/WALK. THIS RUN/WALK WILL TAKE PLACE AFTER THE 5K. FAMILIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO EXPLORE AND PLAY IN THE PARK & PLAY MOBILE RECREATION AREA.
NEW ROUTE FOR 2026! CHECK THE "VENUE AND COURSE MAPS" TAB ABOVE!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDFREE event. Donations are welcome! -
Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (8:40AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDFREE event. Donations are welcome!
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City of Graham - City Hall Campus, 201 South Main Street, Graham, 27253, NC, United States
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