JMU 9/11 5K
JMU 9/11 5K is a running race on September 6, 2026 in Harrisonburg, VA, with entry fees from $15 to $30.
- Date
- September 6, 2026 (Race day is today)
- Price
- $15–$30
- Sport
- Running
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
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Sunday, 9/6
High
78°
Low
56°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then partly sunny
Chance of Rain
23%
Wind
6 mph
Host City
About Harrisonburg, VA
Population
51,492
as of 2023
City 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
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Waiting For?
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Today
Race day is here
- Race
- JMU 9/11 5K
- Date
- September 6, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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JMU 9/11 5K
Sep 6, 2026