Oklahoma Fallen Heroes
Oklahoma Fallen Heroes Half Marathon honors 20 fallen heroes with a scenic river trail course.
Race Date
Sep 19, 2026
Location
Oklahoma City, OK
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 5K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 137
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Oklahoma Fallen Heroes Half Marathon is a poignant tribute held annually in Oklahoma City, honoring nineteen fallen heroes and one sister from its ranks who made the ultimate sacrifice since September 11, 2001. The event, now in its 16th year, takes place on the OKC river trail, designed to accommodate a larger participant base.
Each of the twenty fallen heroes is recognized individually. Banners featuring their photos and brief biographies are displayed at the start, each mile marker, and the finish line, creating a deeply moving experience for all involved. The course itself is a loop along the river trail, offering a scenic and relatively flat path for runners.
With a median field size of approximately 137 finishers, this race offers an intimate atmosphere. While not a sanctioned event, its focus on remembrance and community support makes it a meaningful run for participants looking to honor those who have served.
Race-provided description
We will be hosting the 16th annual “Half Marathon”, 10k, and 5k run/walk in recognition and remembrance of the nineteen brothers and one sister from its ranks who made the ultimate sacrifice since September 11, 2001. The race course is located in Oklahoma City, OK, at the OKC river trail, to facilitate a larger participant population. The twenty fallen heroes will be honored individually with recognition beginning at the Starting Line, then at each mile marker along the 13.1-mile course, and finally at the finish line. A banner will be placed at each of the 15 points highlighting one of the warriors with a photo and a brief bio detailing their lives and sacrifices. *This is not a sanctioned race.*
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
4345 SW 15th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73108, Oklahoma City, OK, 73108
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
1 year running
~137 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
winner 1:18:16
typical high 89°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
70°
Afternoon (High)
89°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
58%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 137 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
137
Median time
2:24:37
Latest turnout
137
States
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Frequently asked
When is the Oklahoma Fallen Heroes?
The Oklahoma Fallen Heroes is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Oklahoma Fallen Heroes take place?
It takes place in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
What distances does the Oklahoma Fallen Heroes offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 5K.
Is the Oklahoma Fallen Heroes course flat and good for a PR?
The Oklahoma Fallen Heroes is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Oklahoma Fallen Heroes?
HalfRuns has finish records for 137 runners who have completed the Oklahoma Fallen Heroes.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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