Honor the Heroes of 9/11
Join your community on Saturday, September 12 at 9:00 AM at Daniel Island for the 2026 Charleston 9/11 Heroes Run.
Don't wait! Registration will close on Friday, Sept. 11 at 5:00pm.
The 2026 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and honor the heroes who stepped up to serve that day and in the wars that followed. This event helps ensure future generations understand the significance of September 11, 2001, and continue to honor our first responders and service members for years to come.
Join your community in fulfilling the promise we made 25 years ago to never forget.
Race Details
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Additional Race Details
Packet Pickup:
**VERY IMPORTANT CHANGE FOR 2026!**
Due to the construction at the Fire Station, our amazing displays from our sponsors and community partners, and all things race-day, there will not be any packet pick-up on the day of the race.
Please make sure to visit us at one of the packet pick-up locations!
Wednesday, September 9th
5 PM to 8 PM (in the Pool Room)
Montana’s Saloon and Grill
521 Redbank Road, Goose Creek
Special Musical Guest – Gavin & Byron Unplugged beginning at 7 PM
Thursday, September 10th
4 PM to 7 PM (on the patio)
Hilton Garden Inn – Charleston Airport
5265 International Blvd, North Charleston
Drink Specials at the Bar!
Friday, September 11th
10 AM to 7 PM
Simmons Park
235 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island
Race Day Info:
Opening Ceremonies will begin at 08:30 on Saturday, September 12 in front of the Firestation (235 Seven Farms Drive).
Parking is very limited so we suggest getting there early and walk up to the start finish/line.
The race will begin promptly at 09:00!
Awards will take place immediately following the race near the start finish line.
Please plan to join us at Viva Taco and Tequila for the Official Post Race Party!
Race Day Volunteer Schedule:
6:30 AM Volunteer Check-In Begins
7:15 AM Road Closures Begin (sunrise)
7:30 AM Fire Trucks Raise American Flag Over Start/Finish Line and DJ
7:40 AM Volunteer Meeting
7:45 AM Volunteer Buses Loaded and Depart for Race Course Placement
For additional details on the 9/11 Heroes Run, including FAQs, registration pricing, and more, please click here.
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GORUCK RUCKING DIVISION
Travis Manion Foundation is proud to partner with GORUCK again in 2026, bringing rucking divisions to every 9/11 Heroes Run. Rucking is a sport grounded in Special Forces Training in which participants carry weighted rucksacks. All participants registered for the GORUCK division will receive this year's exclusive TMF GORUCK patch. Please read the rules and requirements carefully. For more information on our partner, GORUCK click here.
National Presenting Sponsor
Local Diamond Sponsor
Local Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
In-Kind Sponsors
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