In 22 days · Sat, Sep 12, 2026
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When
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Where
Legendary Marina, Destin FL
Distance
5K
Typical weather
74–86°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
70–88°F
dry
2024
76–81°F
rain
2023
76–85°F
dry
2022
74–84°F
rain
2021
74–85°F
rain
2020
76–90°F
dry
2019
77–95°F
dry
2018
74–88°F
dry
2017
63–80°F
dry
2016
77–87°F
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: 9/11 Heroes Run
- Date: September 12, 2026
- Location: Legendary Marina, Destin, FL
- Website: Register here
Race Description
- Inclusivity: The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels.
- Purpose: Honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who have served our nations since.
- Community Impact: We activate & unite communities and empower local veterans, active duty, first responders, and families of the fallen.
Partnerships
- Collaboration: TMF is proud to partner with GORUCK again with rucking divisions at every run.
- Rucking: Rucking is a sport based on special forces training in which participants walk or run while carrying weighted rucksacks.
- Award: All participants registered for the GORUCK division will earn this year's exclusive TMF GORUCK patch.
- Learn More: Learn more about GORUCK here.
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