The City of Graham presents the sixth annual 9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk Event on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Come dressed in your red, white, and blue for the event! The event will also feature a First Responders Team Cup 5K, a Non-Competitive 1-Mile Run/Walk, a Runner Services station located in the fire bays, a Touch A Truck area, a blood drive, games, and music with a DJ. This is a community event and is open to all to participate! Lawn chairs are permitted. Carpooling is recommended. This event is rain or shine.
For participants looking to participate in the 5K, but wanting a shorter distance, we invite you to register for the Non-Competitive 1-Mile Run/Walk. This run/walk will take place after the 5K. Families are encouraged to explore and play in the Park & Play Mobile Recreation area.
NEW ROUTE FOR 2026! Check the "Venue and Course Maps" tab above!
Events
FREE EVENT. All proceeds donated to Children of Fallen Heroes!
5K Run/Walk
Price:
$0
Time:
8:30AM EDT
- 11:00AM EDT
Registration ends September 9, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
🏆 First Responders Team Cup
The First Responders Team Cup 5K (6 laps) invites first responders (Fire, Police, EMS, and Military) to register as a team. A minimum of three runners creating the First Responders Team is required. The top three First Responder Teams with the average fastest times will be awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals. Pre-registration or day of registration is available for First Responder teams. Be sure to wear your agency swag! You will be asked (but not required) to join or form a team during the registraiton process.
🏆 Civilian Team Cup
The Civilian Team Cup 5k (6 laps) invites any non-first responder runner to register as part of a team! A minimum of three runners creating a Civilian Team is required. The top three Civilian Teams with the average fastest times will be awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals. Pre-registration or day of registration is available for Civilian Teams. You will be asked (but not required) to join or form a team during the registraiton process.
👕 Race T-Shirt
Register by August 28 to guarantee an event t-shirt with a minimum of a $10* donation. Selecting a t-shirt will automatically add $10 at checkout.
It pays to register early as the minimum contribution increases to $15 on race day!
🥇 Awards
Top 3 male & female overall and top 3 in the follow age groups will receive a medal: 10 and Under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
First Responders Cup: The First Responders team with the fastest average time of the team’s top three runners will be awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals.
Civilian Team Cup: The civilian team with the fastest average time of the team’s top three runners will be awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals.
📩 Packet Pickup
Friday, September 11th:
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Graham City Fire Department
Saturday, September 12th:
7:00 am - 8:00 am
Start Line Area - City of Graham City Hall Campus
201 South Main Street, Graham, NC 27253
More Info!
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📍 Race Location
City of Graham - City Hall Campus
201 South Main Street
Graham, NC 27253 US
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