9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Fun Run
From the Organizer
The City of Graham presents the sixth annual 9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk Event on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Come dressed in your red, white, and blue for the event! The event will also feature a First Responders Team Cup 5K, a Non-Competitive 1-Mile Run/Walk, a Runner Services station located in the fire bays, a Touch A Truck area, a blood drive, games, and music with a DJ. This is a community event and is open to all to participate! Lawn chairs are permitted. Carpooling is recommended. This event is rain or shine.
For participants looking to participate in the 5K, but wanting a shorter distance, we invite you to register for the Non-Competitive 1-Mile Run/Walk. This run/walk will take place after the 5K. Families are encouraged to explore and play in the Park & Play Mobile Recreation area.
NEW ROUTE COMING FOR 2026!
Route map and description will be released soon.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
62°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Haw Rvr 1e, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Graham, NC
Elevation
549 ft
Nearest Airport
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- 9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk?
- 9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Graham, North Carolina on September 12, 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 9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Graham, North Carolina at City of Graham - City Hall Campus, Graham, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk
Sep 12, 2026