Garden of Reflection 5K (9/11 Memorial Race)
- Date Sun 14th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Lower Makefield, Pennsylvania
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the Garden of Reflection 5K on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in Lower Makefield Township, Bucks County, as we pay tribute to the lives lost and the brave first responders of 9/11. This inspiring event marks the 24th anniversary of the tragic day, offering participants a chance to honor their memory while enjoying a scenic 5K run or walk through the beautiful Garden of Reflection Memorial Park and surrounding neighborhoods.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the event features both a 5K course and an optional 1-mile route that stays entirely within the park grounds. Registration is available online until September 12, with a fee of $35 for early sign-ups and $40 for day-of registrations. Participants will receive a custom-designed race shirt if registered by September 1. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option allows you to participate from anywhere in the world, making this a truly inclusive event. Let’s come together to support the preservation of the Garden of Reflection and celebrate resilience and community spirit!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the event features both a 5K course and an optional 1-mile route that stays entirely within the park grounds. Registration is available online until September 12, with a fee of $35 for early sign-ups and $40 for day-of registrations. Participants will receive a custom-designed race shirt if registered by September 1. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option allows you to participate from anywhere in the world, making this a truly inclusive event. Let’s come together to support the preservation of the Garden of Reflection and celebrate resilience and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
GARDEN OF RELFECTION 5K - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH
Join us for this year's running of the 9/11 Memorial 5K as we commemorate the lives lost and the heroic acts of first responders for the 24th anniversary of 9/11. The 9/11 Memorial 5K Run/Walk raises money for the endowment to preserve the Garden of Reflection memorial for future generations. This is your chance to support the Garden of Reflection and be a part of the 24th Commemoration of 9/11!
RACE INFORMATION
* Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
* Course: Rolling hill course starting and finishing in the Garden of Reflection Memorial Park utilizing streets through local neighborhoods
* Distance: 5k Run / 5k Walk (Optional 1 mile course for those who prefer - the 1-mile course stays on the Garden of Reflection Memorial Park property for the entire race)
* Location: Garden of Reflection Memorial, 1950 Woodside Rd, Lower Makefield, PA
* Registration: Please complete on-line by Friday, September 12th. Limited on-site registration will be available
* Check-in: At least 30 minutes prior to the starting time
* Start Time: 9:00am Rain or shine
* Fee: $35 (pre-registration through noon 9/12); $40 thereafter and day-of race
* Race Shirts: All participants registered by September 1st will receive the new, custom designed, 2025, 9-11 Memorial race-shirt. For registrations received after September 1st, shirts will be provided if and as available.
VIRTUAL OPTION
For those unable to join us for the in-person race, you may join via the Virtual Option. From Friday, September 12 Monday, September 15th, take up the challenge and run or walk 1 mile, 5K, 5 miles, or as many miles as you can. This is something that can be done by anyone, anywhere (no matter where in the world you live or are traveling to), any time night or day, any distance, at any pace, during any # of days. You can walk or run any combination of days and distances that works best for you. You can even do it indoors on a treadmill - so just about anyone can do it!
Cost: $40 per participant
Shirt: All participants registered by September 1st will receive the custom designed 2025 Garden of Reflection 5K race shirt. Shirts will be mailed to all participants in the Virtual Challenge, or you can pick them up during the pre-race packet pick-up. For those who register after September 1st, shirts will be provided if available.
Prizes: All participants are eligible for prizes selected by random drawing during the virtual challenge
5K and 1Mile COURSE
The course starts and ends near the Garden of Reflection Memorial.
It is relatively flat & fast and takes place within the park and on local, neighborhood streets.
Course Map and Elevation Chart MAP [https://s3.amazonaws.com/uploads.webconnex.com/10646%2F1597782105961-GOR+5K+Course+2020.pdf]
5K DIVISIONS/AWARDS
Top 3 Male / Female Overall Winners
Top Male / Female in each age group: 14 & under | 15-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70-79 | 80+
Awards will be presented to winners following the race starting at approximately 9:50am. You must be present to receive an award. Awards will not be mailed.
Join us for this year's running of the 9/11 Memorial 5K as we commemorate the lives lost and the heroic acts of first responders for the 24th anniversary of 9/11. The 9/11 Memorial 5K Run/Walk raises money for the endowment to preserve the Garden of Reflection memorial for future generations. This is your chance to support the Garden of Reflection and be a part of the 24th Commemoration of 9/11!
RACE INFORMATION
* Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
* Course: Rolling hill course starting and finishing in the Garden of Reflection Memorial Park utilizing streets through local neighborhoods
* Distance: 5k Run / 5k Walk (Optional 1 mile course for those who prefer - the 1-mile course stays on the Garden of Reflection Memorial Park property for the entire race)
* Location: Garden of Reflection Memorial, 1950 Woodside Rd, Lower Makefield, PA
* Registration: Please complete on-line by Friday, September 12th. Limited on-site registration will be available
* Check-in: At least 30 minutes prior to the starting time
* Start Time: 9:00am Rain or shine
* Fee: $35 (pre-registration through noon 9/12); $40 thereafter and day-of race
* Race Shirts: All participants registered by September 1st will receive the new, custom designed, 2025, 9-11 Memorial race-shirt. For registrations received after September 1st, shirts will be provided if and as available.
VIRTUAL OPTION
For those unable to join us for the in-person race, you may join via the Virtual Option. From Friday, September 12 Monday, September 15th, take up the challenge and run or walk 1 mile, 5K, 5 miles, or as many miles as you can. This is something that can be done by anyone, anywhere (no matter where in the world you live or are traveling to), any time night or day, any distance, at any pace, during any # of days. You can walk or run any combination of days and distances that works best for you. You can even do it indoors on a treadmill - so just about anyone can do it!
Cost: $40 per participant
Shirt: All participants registered by September 1st will receive the custom designed 2025 Garden of Reflection 5K race shirt. Shirts will be mailed to all participants in the Virtual Challenge, or you can pick them up during the pre-race packet pick-up. For those who register after September 1st, shirts will be provided if available.
Prizes: All participants are eligible for prizes selected by random drawing during the virtual challenge
5K and 1Mile COURSE
The course starts and ends near the Garden of Reflection Memorial.
It is relatively flat & fast and takes place within the park and on local, neighborhood streets.
Course Map and Elevation Chart MAP [https://s3.amazonaws.com/uploads.webconnex.com/10646%2F1597782105961-GOR+5K+Course+2020.pdf]
5K DIVISIONS/AWARDS
Top 3 Male / Female Overall Winners
Top Male / Female in each age group: 14 & under | 15-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70-79 | 80+
Awards will be presented to winners following the race starting at approximately 9:50am. You must be present to receive an award. Awards will not be mailed.
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