Corpus Christi, TX – The City of Corpus Christi will pay tribute to the lives lost on September 11, 2001, through a series of memorial events organized by various public safety entities. These events, which are open to the public, offer a solemn opportunity to remember and honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice on that tragic day.

23rd Anniversary September 11th Memorial Walk

Join the Corpus Christi community in a 5.65-mile walk to honor and remember the first responders who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

- Art Museum of South Texas Parking Lot in front of American Bank Center, 1902 North Shoreline Boulevard
- Schedule:
    -- Check-in: 7:00 a.m. – 7:46 a.m.  
    -- Memorial Begins: 7:46 a.m. (corresponding with the time the first plane hit the North Tower at 8:46 a.m. EST)  
    -- Walk Begins: 8:03 a.m. (corresponding with the time the second plane hit the South Tower at 9:03 a.m. EST)  

Fifth Annual 9/11 Memorial Workout

This workout event, dedicated to first responders, military personnel, and JROTC members, includes a stair climb and moments of silence to honor those who perished.

- Whataburger Field, 734 East Port Avenue
- Schedule:  
    -- Gates Open: 7:30 a.m.
    -- Presentation of Colors and National Anthem: 8:00 a.m.  
    -- Stair Climb: Immediately following the National Anthem  
    -- Moments of Silence: 8:59 a.m. and 9:28 a.m.
    -- Public Workout Access: 10:00 a.m.

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Please join the Corpus Christi Fire Department, Corpus Christi Police Department, and the Port of Corpus Christi Police Department as they commemorate the fallen heroes of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center.

- Sherrill Veterans Memorial Park, 222 South Shoreline Boulevard
    -- Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 9:00 a.m.

For more information, media representatives can contact Public Information Officer Brianna Sandoval at 361-826-1655 or by email at [email protected].