On September 9th, 2023 Valdosta Fire Department will hold their 3rd annual 9/11 5k Memorial Run in remembrance of the events that transpired on September 11, 2001. The event is meant to pay homage to those who lost their lives or the lives of loved ones and to acknowledge all the brave first responders who passed in the line of duty. The race will have a patriotic theme, and the Fire Department encourages community members to show their support by lining the racecourse with decorated signs and/or costumes.
At 7:45 am Mayor Matheson will give a speech and the race will begin promptly at 8am. The race will take place in Downtown Valdosta and will start at 120 N Patterson Street. The course is a fast out and back running past Valdosta State University.
As a symbol of those that were called to action that day, all first responders will run free, provided they run in full gear/uniform. First responders IN GEAR, please call/email Lt. Roe at mroe@valdostacity.com
100% of the race proceeds will be presented to the
Valor Service Dogs LLC.
Awards will be presented to the top Overal male and female, Masters male and female, and top two in the following age groups 11 and Under, 12 - 14, 15- 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-60 70 and Over.
We will also recognize the oldest and youngest finishers and the most patriotic.
