Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 9.11 Mile Run · 9.11 Mile Ruck · 5K Walk/Run & more
From the Organizer
Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Coopers Landing in Columbia, MO, for the Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11 Mile Run or Ruck challenge! Are you ready to push your limits and achieve your fitness goals while showing support for our first responders and Veterans?
Experience the true spirit of determination and resilience with Do Hard Things Nation. Participants can choose between a 5k run/walk or a 9.11 Mile Run or Ruck challenge. In the Ruck challenge, marchers carry 10 lbs (lightweight) or 35 lbs (heavyweight) on their backs (provided by participant), adding an extra layer of intensity.
We invite you to be a part of this extraordinary event, where we come together to express our unwavering love and support for police, fire, EMS, active duty military, Veterans, and those who have served our nation. By participating, you will also contribute to a greater cause. A portion of the event proceeds will benefit the Veterans Community Project. VCP is dedicated to serving every man and woman who took the oath for our country, regardless of discharge status or type of service. Their solution to forever end homelessness is simple: provide Veterans a home with dignity and wrap-around support services that not only get them back on their feet, and ensure they continue standing.
Get ready to embrace the challenge and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our heroes. Sign up now and let's honor and support those who have dedicated themselves to protecting and serving our communities.
7:30 AM Start for 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck
9:11 AM Start for 5K Run/Walk
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
79°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbia U Of M, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbia, MO
Population
127,200
as of 2023
Elevation
739 ft
Nearest Airport
COU
Columbia Regional Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 105 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 Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
103
Days to train
- Race
- Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck?
- Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck is a running race held in Columbia, Missouri on September 19, 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 Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Columbia, Missouri at 11505 S Smith Hatchery Rd, Columbia, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Do Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck
Sep 19, 2026