Fort Knox 9-11 Tribute Run
Fort Knox 9-11 Tribute Run is a running race on September 11, 2026 in Fort Knox, KY.
- Date
- September 11, 2026 (14 days to go)
- Location
- 7955 Wilson Road, Fort Knox, KY
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The community is invited to come together in remembrance and reflection at the 9/11 Tribute Run, taking place on Friday, September 11 at 6 p.m. at Eastman Park. This meaningful event honors the lives lost and the heroes who rose in the aftermath of September 11, 2001.
Registration is $25 per participant, and the first 150 runners are guaranteed a customized race bib and race tee. The course features a unique and symbolic finish: participants will complete the run on the amphitheater steps and then make the climb up the hill to the finish line, representing resilience, strength, and community unity.
The 9/11 Tribute Run is open to runners of all levels, offering a powerful opportunity for families, friends, and community members to participate in a shared moment of remembrance while staying active.
Event Details:
What: 9/11 Tribute Run
When: Friday, September 11, 6 p.m. (check-in begins at 4:30 p.m.)
Where: Eastman Park
Registration: $25 per participant
Perks: First 150 runners receive a custom race bib and race tee (shirt size guaranteed if registered by Aug 17, 2026)
Special Feature: Finish on the amphitheater steps and run up the hill to the finish
Participants are encouraged to register early to guarantee their race gear and take part in this meaningful tribute.
For more information, visit https://knox.armymwr.com/programs/running-program.
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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
82°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Brandenburg, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fort Knox, KY
City Elevation
740 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Fort Knox 9-11 Tribute Run
- Date
- September 11, 2026
- Location
- 7955 Wilson Road, Fort Knox, KY
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Fort Knox 9-11 Tribute Run
Sep 11, 2026