JMU 9/11 5K
- Date
- September 6, 2026
- Distance
- Current College Student: 5K · 17 and under: 5K · Non-Student: 5K
From the Organizer
VA Momentum and JMU Valor have teamed up to bring back a meaningful 5K on campus at James Madison University to commemorate September 11th and honor student heroes. Harrisonburg community members and JMU students, faculty + staff are all invited to a unifying event open to all skill levels of walkers and runners. The 5K is chip-timed and utilizes a scenic route on east campus. The start/finish line is located directly behind the Festival Conference and Student Center. Parking is available for those without a JMU parking permit.
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
81°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dale Enterprise, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Harrisonburg, VA
Population
51,492
as of 2023
Elevation
1,382 ft
Nearest Airport
SHD
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 83 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at JMU 9/11 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
90
Days to train
- Race
- JMU 9/11 5K
- Date
- September 6, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the JMU 9/11 5K?
- JMU 9/11 5K is a running race held in Harrisonburg, Virginia on September 6, 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 JMU 9/11 5K?
- Sunday, September 6, 2026 in Harrisonburg, Virginia at James Madison University East Campus, Harrisonburg, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the JMU 9/11 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
JMU 9/11 5K
Sep 6, 2026