11th Annual CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Join us Saturday, October 4, 2025, for the 11th Annual CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run. Event options include:

• 9K Run: A challenging distance for seasoned runners.
• 5K Run: Perfect for those looking to push themselves.
• 5K Walk: A leisurely pace to enjoy the scenery.
• 1 Mile Fun Run: Great for families and kids.

Virtual options are also available for those unable to join us in person. The first 300 9K and 5K registrants receive an official event shirt and challenge coin. A post-party with DJ, food, drinks, and an award ceremony will round out the morning.

💖 Supporting "Care for Alzheimer's"

The 11th Annual CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run will benefit the memory care wing at Air Force Enlisted Village's assisted living residence, Hawthorn House, where military widows, retirees, veterans, and their family members with Alzheimer’s and dementia reside. Every dollar raised from this event will provide care and support for the residents there. We feel this would make CMSAF#9 Binnicker proud.

🏅 Go the Extra Mile

Create a fundraiser in conjunction with your run or walk. We call it the Extra Mile Challenge, and we’ll reward the top fundraisers. Every dollar you raise will provide care and support for military widows, retirees, veterans, and their family members who live on our memory care wing at our assisted living residence, Hawthorn House.

📜 Event History

The inaugural CMSAF James C. Binnicker Memorial 9K was held in August of 2015 at Bob Hope Village in Shalimar, Florida. The idea for the event was suggested by Airmen from nearby Eglin AFB who were participating in the Air Force Marathon. The Airmen wanted to honor CMSAF Binnicker while training for their upcoming marathon. Since CMSAF Binnicker served as the 9th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, it was only fitting the event was a 9K run.

👤 About CMSAF Binnicker

CMSAF#9 James C. Binnicker served as the Air Force Enlisted Village's President and CEO from 2000 to 2015. Binnicker believed the residents should be treated with respect and dignity. He created The Mom Rule which all employees use to this day in working with residents or making decisions for resident cares. Binnicker's vision brought many additions to the Bob Hope Village campus to include the Garden of Hope, the Bob Gates Welcome Center, and Hawthorn House, an assisted living residence with an option for memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Binnicker served as the 9th Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force from 1986 to 1990. Read more about Binnicker here.

📍 Race Location

Bob Hope Village Commons, 92 Sunset Lane, Shalimar, Florida

🗓️ Registration Dates

• July 31: Early Registration Ends
• August 1 - September 15: Regular Registration
• September 16 - October 1: Late Registration

🎟️ Packet Pick Up

Friday, October 3: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM CST at the Bob Hope Village Commons (indoors)
Photo ID required. Virtual participants will receive their packets by mail.

📅 Race Day

Saturday, October 4 at the Bob Hope Village Commons (outdoors)
Parking at Longwood Elementary School, 50 Holly Ave., Shalimar
7:45 AM CST: Program begins: Remembering CMSAF James C. Binnicker
8:00 AM CST: 9K Run, 5K Run, and 5K Walk start
8:40 AM CST: 1 Mile Fun Run starts
9:30 AM CST: Awards Ceremony begins (approximate)

🏆 Awards

Awards will be presented at our in-person run for the following categories:

• 9K Run: Overall Male and Female
• 5K Run: Overall Male and Female
• 5K Walk: 1st Place Male and Female
• 9K: 1st Place Male and Female in the following age ranges: 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-99
• 5K: 1st Place Male and Female in the following age ranges: 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-99
• Extra Mile Awards: Top Fundraisers