CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run presented by Eglin Federal Credit Union
About this race
Join us for the 12th Annual CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run presented by Eglin Federal Credit Union on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Event options include the 9K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk, and 1 Mile Fun Run. 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.
It's about much more than running.
Supporting "Care for Alzheimer's"
The 12th Annual CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run presented by Eglin Federal Credit Union 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.
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 still use today when working with residents or making decisions regarding their care. 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.
Pick your distance
Running
9K Run
Registered participants will receive the following: • Official event shirt • Commemorative coin • Commemorative bib • Customizable fundraising page • Opportunity for recognition * Post-party (food, drinks, music) and awards ceremony • Printable race certificate (available once results are submitted)
5K Run
Each registered participant will receive the following: • Official event shirt • Commemorative coin • Commemorative bib • Customizable fundraising page * Post-party (food, drinks, music) and awards ceremony • Printable race certificate (available once results are submitted)
1 Mile Fun Run
Each registered participant will receive the following: • Customizable fundraising page • Opportunity for recognition and to win prizes * Post-party (food, drinks, music) and awards ceremony • Printable race certificate (available once results are submitted)
Virtual 9K Run
Each registered participant will receive the following: • Official event shirt • Commemorative coin • Commemorative bib • Customizable fundraising page • Printable race certificate (available once results are submitted)
Virtual 5K Run
Each registered participant will receive the following: • Official event shirt • Commemorative coin • Commemorative bib • Customizable fundraising page • Printable race certificate (available once results are submitted)
Virtual 5K Walk
Each registered participant will receive the following: • Official event shirt • Commemorative coin • Commemorative bib • Customizable fundraising page • Printable race certificate (available once results are submitted)
Walking
5K Walk
Each registered participant will receive the following: • Official event shirt • Commemorative coin • Commemorative bib • Customizable fundraising page * Post-party (food, drinks, music) and awards ceremony • Printable race certificate (available once results are submitted)
Typical race-day weather
Based on 5 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Shalimar, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:41 AM and sets at 6:29 PM local time (CDT) in Shalimar on October 3, 2026 — 11h 48m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 1 Shalimar event
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