9/11 Heroes Run - Canton, Georgia
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- Etowah River Park, Canton, GA
- Distance
- 5K Run - PUSHER · 5K Run - RIDER (Honor Bib) · 5K Run & more
From the Organizer
The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who've served our nations since. We activate & unite communities and empower local veterans, active duty, first responders, and families of the fallen.
TMF is proud to partner with GORUCK again with rucking divisions at every run. Rucking is a sport based on special forces training in which participants walk or run while carrying weighted rucksacks. All participants registered for the GORUCK division will earn this year's exclusive TMF GORUCK patch. Learn more about GORUCK here.
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
85°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Allatoona Dam 2, 16 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Canton, GA
Population
34,587
as of 2023
Elevation
1,014 ft
Nearest Airport
PDK
DeKalb Peachtree Airport · 26 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- 9/11 Heroes Run - Canton, Georgia
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- Etowah River Park, Canton, GA
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 9/11 Heroes Run - Canton, Georgia?
- 9/11 Heroes Run - Canton, Georgia is a running race held in Canton, Georgia on September 5, 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 Heroes Run - Canton, Georgia?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Canton, Georgia at Etowah River Park, Canton, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 9/11 Heroes Run - Canton, Georgia?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
9/11 Heroes Run - Canton, Georgia
Sep 5, 2026