Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run 2026 — Tahlequah, OK

Date
September 5, 2026
Location
Tahlequah, OK
Venue
17675 S. Muskogee Ave
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $20.00
Events
5K - In Person, 1K Fun Run/Walk - In Person
Includes
T-Shirt
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Registration for the Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run costs $10 to $20, making it an affordable option for your Labor Day weekend training. The event takes place September 5, 2026, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, at 17675 S. Muskogee Ave, with a 7:00 AM start time. You can choose between a 1K or 5K distance to match your fitness level and schedule. If you can't make it to the venue in person, a virtual participation option lets you complete either distance on your own time and location. This is a straightforward community race ideal for runners looking for a low-cost early-morning effort before the holiday weekend.

From the Race Organizer
Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run Saturday, September 5, 2026 Kick off your day at the Cherokee Nation War Memorial (17675 S. Muskogee Ave., Tahlequah, OK) as we come together to honor our veterans and celebrate community. Race Schedule: 6:00 a.m. – 7:25 a.m. – Race Day Registration & Packet Pick-Up 7:00 a.m. – Fun Run Begins 7:30 a.m. – 5K Race Begins Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in standard age groups for the 5K. Race shirts will be distributed after race completion, while supplies last. This is a USATF-sanctioned event on a certified course. View the official course map: https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=2702 Can’t make it in person? Participate in our Virtual 5K! Shirt pick-up details will be announced at a later date. Timed by Tatur Racing For questions or more information, please contact: Dakota Perry 📞 (918) 507-9453 📧 dakota-perry@cherokee.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run 2026 — Tahlequah, OK?

Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run 2026 — Tahlequah, OK takes place on September 5, 2026. The race is held in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Where is Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run 2026 — Tahlequah, OK held?

Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run 2026 — Tahlequah, OK is held at 17675 S. Muskogee Ave in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

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