9/11 Heroes Run - Cape Girardeau, MO
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 5K Ruck · Volunteer
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
83°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cape Girardeau Muni Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cape Girardeau, MO
Population
40,047
as of 2023
Elevation
364 ft
Nearest Airport
CGI
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 109 mi
Time Zone
Central 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 9/11 Heroes Run - Cape Girardeau, MO, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
- Race
- 9/11 Heroes Run - Cape Girardeau, MO
- Date
- September 12, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 9/11 Heroes Run - Cape Girardeau, MO?
- 9/11 Heroes Run - Cape Girardeau, MO is a running race held in Cape Girardeau, Missouri 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 Heroes Run - Cape Girardeau, MO?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri at Lynwood Baptist Church, Cape Girardeau, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 9/11 Heroes Run - Cape Girardeau, MO?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
9/11 Heroes Run - Cape Girardeau, MO
Sep 12, 2026