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When
Saturday, September 5th, 2026
Where
17675 S. Muskogee Ave, Tahlequah OK
Distances
5K
Typical weather
68–87°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
61–75°F
dry
2024
67–88°F
dry
2023
76–97°F
dry
2022
67–87°F
dry
2021
71–90°F
rain
2020
71–85°F
dry
2019
71–93°F
dry
2018
74–85°F
rain
2017
64–79°F
dry
2016
73–91°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 5
Sunny · 85–107°F
Saturday, Sep 5starts near 85°F · 13% chance of rain · wind up to 15 mph
About this race
Cherokee National Holiday Veterans Run
Date
- When: Saturday, September 5, 2026
Event Location
- Where: Cherokee Nation War Memorial
- Address: 17675 S. Muskogee Ave, Tahlequah, OK
- Purpose: Honor our veterans and celebrate community
Race Schedule
- 6:30 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
Awards and Prizes
- Medals: Awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in standard age groups for the 5K
- Race Shirts: Distributed after race completion, while supplies last
Course Details
- Sanctioned Event: This is a USATF-sanctioned event on a certified course
- Course Map: View the official course map: Official Course Map
Participation Options
- Virtual Option: Can’t make it in person? Participate in our Virtual 5K!
- Shirt Pick-Up: Details will be announced at a later date
Timing and Contact Information
- Timing: Timed by Tatur Racing
- Contact: For questions or more information, please contact Dakota Perry
- Phone: (918) 507-9453
- Email: dakota-perry@cherokee.org
Additional Information
- Race URL: Holiday Veterans Run Registration
Course map
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