3RD Annual
3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K & 1 Mile Walk - We Run So They Can Fly
3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K & 1 Mile Walk - We Run So They Can Fly is a running race on September 13, 2026 in Evesham, NJ, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- September 13, 2026 (2 days to go)
- Location
- 1040 Tuckerton Road, Evesham, NJ
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K & 1 Mile Walk - WE RUN SO THEY CAN FLY!
We are back! Commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11/01 and join us for a 5K or 1 mile walk to support future young aviators. Flat and fast 5K starting in Memorial Sports Complex in Evesham, NJ. Chip timing, HD finish line video, text messaging and instant results on RunSignUp. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals in each age group. Race day packets will be distributed on race day beginning at 8:00 AM. Race will begin at 9:11 AM in honor of 9/11/2001.
T-shirt requested size is only guaranteed with registration through 8/17/25. All registrations after that, sizes will be subject to availability. We will do our best to accommodate everyone!
Virtual Runners - You can run anytime from now till Sept 20, 11:59PM. To submit your time, click on "Results" in the menu, look up your name and enter your time. Our goal is to send your t-shirt as soon as possible but you do not have to wait for your race day packet to arrive, in order to run. We would love to see photos of you on your race day! Tag us on social media - Instagram & X: @leroyhomerfdn, Facebook - LeRoy W. Homer Jr. Foundation and tell us where you are located! You can also email any photos you want us to share at info@leroyhomer.org.
LeRoy Homer, resident of Marlton, was the First Officer on United Flight 93 which tragically crashed in Shanksville, PA on Sept 11, 2001. The crew and passengers fought off terrorists and thwarted an attack against the US Capitol. The LeRoy Homer Foundation awards flight scholarships to young adults who wish to pursue careers in aviation. The proceeds from this 5K will benefit our aviation scholarship program to help create the next generation of pilots. Come out for a great run or walk while supporting a wonderful cause.
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Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Sunday, 9/13
High
83°
Low
68°
Conditions
Showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
79%
Wind
5 mph
Host City
About Evesham, NJ
Nearest Airport
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- 3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K & 1 Mile Walk - We Run So They Can Fly
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Location
- 1040 Tuckerton Road, Evesham, NJ
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3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K & 1 Mile Walk - We Run So They Can Fly
Sep 13, 2026