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9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge

Date
September 12, 2026
Distance
5k Run/ Walk · 8:46am CrossFit Kokomo Hero Wod · 8:46am Planet Fitness 110 Floor Stair Climb (Climbing Machines) & more
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From the Organizer

Description
 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge 

5k Run/Walk- Timing machine and bibs will be available day of race. Location for the start of the race will be on the west side of the stadium. Please go to the registration table. Race will begin at 8:46am (Time the 1st plane hit the trade center). 

Crossfit Hero Wod- Come down on the beautiful stadium grounds and complete the 9/11 Hero Wod put on by Kokomo CrossFit. The 1st WOD will kick off at 8:46am then continue through the day at 9:59a and 11:30am.

Hero 9/11 Hero WOD 

2001m Run/ Row

11x Box Jumps

11x American KBS

11x 2 DB Thrusters

11x Burpees

11x 2 DB Devils Press

11x Lunges (Right Leg)

11x Handstand/ Bear Crawl (Meters)

11x Lunges (Left Leg)

11x 2 DB Push Jerks

2001m Run/ Row

 

110 Floor Climb/ Step Machine- Come and climb with us to honor the legacy of so many that lost their lives that day on 9/11/01

Climb on Stair Climbers sponsored by Planet Fitness
Do the entire climb yourself or have a friend come and join you as you split the floors. 
Climbers will be positioned so that you are over-looking the beautiful Memorial Stadium and all the events taking place. 

Last day to register and get a shirt will be Aug. 21st at 8am. Shirt orders will be submitted that day. 

Events

5k Run/ Walk8:46 AMRegister →
8:46am CrossFit Kokomo Hero Wod8:46 AMRegister →
8:46am Planet Fitness 110 Floor Stair Climb (Climbing Machines)8:46 AMRegister →
9:59am CrossFit Kokomo Hero Wod9:59 AMRegister →
11:30am CrossFit Kokomo Hero Wod11:30 AMRegister →
9:25am Planet Fitness 110 Floor Stair Climb ( Climbing Machine)9:25 AMRegister →
9:25am Planet Fitness 110 Floor Stair Climb ( Climbing Machine )9:25 AMRegister →
9:25am Planet Fitness 110 Floor Climb ( Climbing Machine )9:25 AMRegister →
8:46am Planet Fitness 110 Floor Stair Climb (Climbing Machine)8:46 AMRegister →
8:46am Planet Fitness 110 Floor Stair Climb ( Climbing Machine )8:46 AMRegister →

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

79°

Typical Low

55°

Chance of Rain

29%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Kokomo 3 Wsw, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:23 AMSunset 8:00 PMDaylight 12h 37m

Host City

About Kokomo, IN

Population

59,375

as of 2023

Elevation

814 ft

Nearest Airport

LAF

Purdue University Airport · 43 mi

Major Hub

IND

Indianapolis International Airport · 53 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.

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Race
9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge
Date
September 12, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge?
9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge is a running race held in Kokomo, Indiana 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 Memorial Tribute Challenge?
Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Kokomo, Indiana at 440 S Union St, Kokomo, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge

Sep 12, 2026

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