About the JMU 9/11 5K
The course runs through the east side of a university campus, with the start and finish behind the main student center. It is chip-timed, so splits are tracked. The route is described as scenic, and the campus setting gives it a contained, walkable feel. The race is tied to a commemoration of the attacks, so the mood is purposeful without being somber.
Parking is available for those who do not hold a campus parking permit, which makes it straightforward to drive in. The student center sits right at the finish, so there is shelter and space nearby once you are done.
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Distances & Start Times
5K9/6/2026 09:00$15
5K9/6/2026 09:00$15
5K9/6/2026 09:00$30
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