Your Mission: Join the Task Force Rangers Memorial Foundation as we honor those military veterans who served as part of Operation Gothic Serpent in Mogadishu, Somalia, 30 years ago.  Lace up your running shoes to run alongside those veterans who ran the original Mogadishu Mile.  Be part of a meaningful event that supports those who have given so much.

History:  The original "Mogadishu Mile" refers to a route that was run by United States Army Rangers and Special Forces soldiers from a helicopter crash site to an appointed rally point held by the 10th Mountain Division on National Street during the Battle of Mogadishu in October 1993.  These acts were the inspiration for the 2001 movie, Black Hawk Down.  Many of these same military veterans who were at the original Mogadishu Mile will be participating in this fun run.

Details:  This fun run in downtown Knoxville is open to all runners and walkers regardless of age and ability.  Run or walk the mile down Gay Street from Blount Avenue, across the Gay Street Bridge to the finish line at Jackson Avenue.  Sign up to run solo, grab a group of friends to share this fun experience, or start a family tradition with this inaugural fun run.  This is not a timed race so there will be no prizes or places for the top three winners.  There are no age groupings.  Participants will run or walk it at their own pace.

Air Support:  Feel the thrill as an air re-fueling tanker and Blackhawk helicopters soar above the Gay Street Bridge, marking the start of the run with a breathtaking flight you will feel down to your soles!  

Make an Impact:  By participating, you're making a meaningful difference in the lives of Mogadishu veterans.  All proceeds go directly to support those who served. 

Registration:  Open to anyone 18 and over.  Kids under 18 can participate at no charge, but only with a registered adult.  Registration is available to anyone regardless of physical ability or disability.  The first 300 registrants by September 14 will receive a Mogadishu Mile T-shirt.  Please be sure to provide your t-shirt size(s) when registering. Registration will close on October 4th at 11:59 PM.  Walk-up registration will be available the morning of October 7.

Fun Run Your Way:  The easiest way to participate!  Simply donate the registration fee, sleep-in or come watch the fun run, and know your "participation" is appreciated!

Post-Race Hydration:  The Wagon Wheel (in the Old City) will be opening their doors at 10:00am for participants in this event.

Let's come together to honor our heroes and create an unforgettable experience.  See you at the starting line!