One Flag Forward - Phoenix, AZ
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Mesa, Arizona
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join us in Mesa, Maricopa, Arizona on Saturday, September 12, 2026, for the inspiring One Flag Forward event! This unique occasion brings together communities across the nation to run in solidarity while honoring the sacrifices of service members and their families. Participants will embark on an uplifting 2.5-mile out-and-back adventure at their own pace, welcoming all abilities to walk or run.
From September 12 to 16, as one American flag makes its way from Ground Zero to the Global War on Terrorism Memorial, we will commemorate the strength and unity that emerged after the events of September 11, 2001. One Flag Forward symbolizes the collective spirit of service members, Gold Star families, and civilian supporters, as they come together under one banner, representing every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor those who have served and continue to serve, while creating lasting connections with fellow participants. Join us in making a difference through every step we take together!
From September 12 to 16, as one American flag makes its way from Ground Zero to the Global War on Terrorism Memorial, we will commemorate the strength and unity that emerged after the events of September 11, 2001. One Flag Forward symbolizes the collective spirit of service members, Gold Star families, and civilian supporters, as they come together under one banner, representing every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor those who have served and continue to serve, while creating lasting connections with fellow participants. Join us in making a difference through every step we take together!
Organiser's Description
From September 12 -16, 2026, while one flag makes its way from Ground Zero to the Global War on Terrorism Memorial, communities across the country will run in solidarity.
Join us in Phoenix, AZ to tackle miles, together, in support of this event and in remembrance of a nation coming together.
This event will be an out and back 2.5 mile adventure, at your own pace, all abilities welcome to walk or run.
MORE ABOUT ONE FLAG FORWARD [https://www.oneflagforward.org/]:
_wear blue: run to remember_ and Team Red, White & Blue, founded the same year with overlapping members and converging missions, have partnered for more than a decade to serve the military-connected community. One Flag Forward represents the next chapter of that partnership: two organizations united under one banner, the American flag. In the military, different units rally under a single flag to accomplish a shared mission. One Flag Forward follows the same principle.
"One flag, carried by many, honoring all."
We begin on September 12 with intention. While September 11, 2001, changed America forever, September 12, 2001, showed the strength of a nation united in service to one another. Twenty-five years later, One Flag Forward honors that spirit while recognizing those who have continued to answer the call ever since.
Over five days, one American flag will travel 250 miles from New York City to Washington, D.C., passing through the hands of Gold Star and Surviving Family Members, Veterans, Service Members, Military Family Members, and civilian supporters. Every branch of the United States Armed Forces will be represented. Every hand honors those who have served, those who serve today, and the generations committed to carrying their legacy forward.
Join us in Phoenix, AZ to tackle miles, together, in support of this event and in remembrance of a nation coming together.
This event will be an out and back 2.5 mile adventure, at your own pace, all abilities welcome to walk or run.
MORE ABOUT ONE FLAG FORWARD [https://www.oneflagforward.org/]:
_wear blue: run to remember_ and Team Red, White & Blue, founded the same year with overlapping members and converging missions, have partnered for more than a decade to serve the military-connected community. One Flag Forward represents the next chapter of that partnership: two organizations united under one banner, the American flag. In the military, different units rally under a single flag to accomplish a shared mission. One Flag Forward follows the same principle.
"One flag, carried by many, honoring all."
We begin on September 12 with intention. While September 11, 2001, changed America forever, September 12, 2001, showed the strength of a nation united in service to one another. Twenty-five years later, One Flag Forward honors that spirit while recognizing those who have continued to answer the call ever since.
Over five days, one American flag will travel 250 miles from New York City to Washington, D.C., passing through the hands of Gold Star and Surviving Family Members, Veterans, Service Members, Military Family Members, and civilian supporters. Every branch of the United States Armed Forces will be represented. Every hand honors those who have served, those who serve today, and the generations committed to carrying their legacy forward.
Races
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Community Run/Walk
Sat 12th September 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
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1102 N Riverview, Mesa, 85201, AZ, United States
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