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3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K - We Run So They Can Fly

Date
September 13, 2026
Distance
5K Run · 1 Mile Walk · Virtual 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk
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3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K - WE RUN SO THEY CAN FLY!

Early bird pricing ends 8/17/26!

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 7:30 AM. Race will begin at 9:11 AM in honor of 9/11/01.

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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3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K - We Run So They Can Fly
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What is the 3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K - We Run So They Can Fly?
3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K - We Run So They Can Fly is a running race held in Evesham, New Jersey on September 13, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K - We Run So They Can Fly?
Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Evesham, New Jersey at 1040 Tuckerton Road, Evesham, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
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3rd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K - We Run So They Can Fly

Sep 13, 2026

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