9/11 Heroes Run - Yuma, AZ
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $36–$41
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
105°
Typical Low
70°
Chance of Rain
4%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Yuma Quartermaster Depot, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Yuma, AZ
City Elevation
218 ft
Nearest Airport
YUM
Yuma International Airport / Marine Corps Air Station Yuma · 4 mi
Major Hub
PSP
Palm Springs International Airport · 138 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
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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 - Yuma, AZ, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
87
Days to train
- Race
- 9/11 Heroes Run - Yuma, AZ
- Date
- September 12, 2026
Coming Up
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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 the most 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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 9/11 Heroes Run - Yuma, AZ?
- 9/11 Heroes Run - Yuma, AZ is a running race held in Yuma, Arizona 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 - Yuma, AZ?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Yuma, Arizona at Colorado River State Historic Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 9/11 Heroes Run - Yuma, AZ?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
9/11 Heroes Run - Yuma, AZ
Sep 12, 2026