Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run

Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run

Saturday, September 5, 2026

Kick off your day at the Cherokee Nation War Memorial (17675 S. Muskogee Ave., Tahlequah, OK) as we come together to honor our veterans and celebrate community.

Race Schedule:

6:00 a.m. – 7:25 a.m. – Race Day Registration & Packet Pick-Up
7:00 a.m. – Fun Run Begins 
7:30 a.m. – 5K Race Begins 

Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in standard age groups for the 5K. 
Race shirts will be distributed after race completion, while supplies last. 

This is a USATF-sanctioned event on a certified course. 
View the official course map:
https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=2702

Can’t make it in person? Participate in our Virtual 5K!

Shirt pick-up details will be announced at a later date. 

Timed by Tatur Racing 

For questions or more information, please contact:
Sarah Bluebird
📞 (918) 772-8027
📧 sarah-bluebird@cherokee.org