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9/11 Heroes Run - Chicago, Illinois

9/11 Heroes Run - Chicago, Illinois is a running and rucking race on September 12, 2026 in South Barrington, IL, with entry fees from $21 to $41.

Date
September 12, 2026 (52 days to go)
Price
$21–$41
Sports
RunningRucking
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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

1-Mile Walk$21
5K Run$36
5K Ruck$41

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

74°

Typical Low

55°

Chance of Rain

33%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Barrington 3sw, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:29 AMSunset 7:07 PMDaylight 12h 38m

Host City

About South Barrington, IL

Nearest Airport

ORD

Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 17 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

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 - Chicago, Illinois, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

52

Days to train

Race
9/11 Heroes Run - Chicago, Illinois
Date
September 12, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About These Sports

This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Rucking

Covering a distance on foot under a weighted rucksack — from timed solo challenges to longer team events.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to South Barrington than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 9/11 Heroes Run - Chicago, Illinois?+
9/11 Heroes Run - Chicago, Illinois is a running and rucking race held in South Barrington, Illinois 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 - Chicago, Illinois?+
Saturday, September 12, 2026 in South Barrington, Illinois at Community Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 9/11 Heroes Run - Chicago, Illinois?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

9/11 Heroes Run - Chicago, Illinois

Sep 12, 2026

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