9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge 2026 — Kokomo, IN

Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Kokomo, IN
Venue
440 S Union St
Start Time
8:46 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
5k Run/ Walk, 8:46am CrossFit Kokomo Hero Wod, 8:46am Planet Fitness 110 Floor Stair Climb (Climbing Machines), 9:59am CrossFit Kokomo Hero Wod, 11:30am CrossFit Kokomo Hero Wod, 9:25am Planet Fitness 110 Floor Stair Climb ( Climbing Machine)
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The 9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge starts at 8:46 AM on September 12, 2026, in Kokomo, Indiana, giving travelers a tight morning window to arrive and prepare. This obstacle course event combines running with additional challenges across a 5K distance, offering a way to participate in a memorial tribute while testing your fitness. The event takes place at 440 South Union Street. Entry is affordable at $25.00, making it accessible for athletes looking to compete while honoring the occasion. If you're traveling to Kokomo for the race, plan accordingly for the early start time and consider lodging nearby to ensure you can arrive with enough time to check in and warm up before the gun goes off.

From the Race Organizer
Description 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge 5k Run/Walk- Timing machine and bibs will be available day of race. Location for the start of the race will be on the west side of the stadium. Please go to the registration table. Race will begin at 8:46am (Time the 1st plane hit the trade center). Crossfit Hero Wod- Come down on the beautiful stadium grounds and complete the 9/11 Hero Wod put on by Kokomo CrossFit. The 1st WOD will kick off at 8:46am then continue through the day at 9:59a and 11:30am. Hero 9/11 Hero WOD 2001m Run/ Row 11x Box Jumps 11x American KBS 11x 2 DB Thrusters 11x Burpees 11x 2 DB Devils Press 11x Lunges (Right Leg) 11x Handstand/ Bear Crawl (Meters) 11x Lunges (Left Leg) 11x 2 DB Push Jerks 2001m Run/ Row 110 Floor Climb/ Step Machine- Come and climb with us to honor the legacy of so many that lost their lives that day on 9/11/01 Climb on Stair Climbers sponsored by Planet Fitness Do the entire climb yourself or have a friend come and join you as you split the floors. Climbers will be positioned so that you are over-looking the beautiful Memorial Stadium and all the events taking place. Last day to register and get a shirt will be Aug. 21st at 8am. Shirt orders will be submitted that day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge 2026 — Kokomo, IN?

9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge 2026 — Kokomo, IN takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Kokomo, Indiana.

Where is 9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge 2026 — Kokomo, IN held?

9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge 2026 — Kokomo, IN is held at 440 S Union St in Kokomo, Indiana.

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