9/11 Heroes Run – Virginia Beach, Virginia 2026 — Virginia Beach, VA

Date
September 26, 2026
Location
Virginia Beach, VA
Venue
Military Aviation Museum
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $51.00
Events
5K Run - PUSHER, 5K Run - RIDER (Honor Bib), 5K Run, 5K Ruck, Volunteer
Includes
T-Shirt | 9/11 Heroes Run T-Shirt
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The 9/11 Heroes Run starts at 8:30 a.m., so plan your arrival in Virginia Beach with that early morning departure in mind. Held at the Military Aviation Museum, this event honors first responders and features a 5K distance alongside ruck options, making it accessible for runners and endurance athletes seeking a meaningful race experience. Entry fees range from free to $51, depending on your chosen event category. Located in Virginia Beach, the venue provides a fitting backdrop for this commemorative race that combines fitness with tribute. Whether you're running or rucking, prepare accordingly for September weather in coastal Virginia and confirm parking and warm-up logistics at the museum grounds when you arrive.

From the Race Organizer
The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who've served our nations since. We activate & unite communities and empower local veterans, active duty, first responders, and families of the fallen. TMF is proud to partner with GORUCK again with rucking divisions at every run. Rucking is a sport based on special forces training in which participants walk or run while carrying weighted rucksacks. All participants registered for the GORUCK division will earn this year's exclusive TMF GORUCK patch. Learn more about GORUCK here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 9/11 Heroes Run – Virginia Beach, Virginia 2026 — Virginia Beach, VA?

9/11 Heroes Run – Virginia Beach, Virginia 2026 — Virginia Beach, VA takes place on September 26, 2026. The race is held in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Where is 9/11 Heroes Run – Virginia Beach, Virginia 2026 — Virginia Beach, VA held?

9/11 Heroes Run – Virginia Beach, Virginia 2026 — Virginia Beach, VA is held at Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

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