9/11 Heroes Run - Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania
- Date
- September 27, 2026
- Location
- PHS Stadium, Allentown, PA
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 5K Ruck · The Thomas Karlick 1-Mile Walk & 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
73°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Allentown Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Allentown, PA
Population
125,320
as of 2023
Elevation
343 ft
Nearest Airport
ABE
Lehigh Valley International Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 52 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 - Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania
- Date
- September 27, 2026
- Location
- PHS Stadium, Allentown, PA
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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 - Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania?
- 9/11 Heroes Run - Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania is a running race held in Allentown, Pennsylvania on September 27, 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 - Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania?
- Sunday, September 27, 2026 in Allentown, Pennsylvania at PHS Stadium, Allentown, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 9/11 Heroes Run - Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
9/11 Heroes Run - Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania
Sep 27, 2026