2024 I Love LK 5k and Lila's Mile

Saturday, March 16, 2024 Past event

9:00 AM CDT

Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas

Free–$22.20 · 3 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the uplifting 2024 I Love LK 5K and Lila's Mile on Saturday, March 16th, 2024, at the beautiful Hot Springs National Park in Garland. This heartwarming event honors the memory of Lila Kate McAlister, a remarkable little girl who touched the lives of everyone she met during her short but impactful life. Participants of all ages can enjoy the 5K race or take part in the family-friendly Lila's Mile, as we come together to raise funds for vital organizations that support children with special needs and their families.

Your involvement in the I Love LK event not only commemorates Lila's spirit but also helps generate essential funds for local nonprofits, including the Garland County Special Olympics and the Arkansas Down Syndrome Association. Over the years, this event has raised more than $300,000 to support these meaningful causes. Join us in making a difference in our community while celebrating love, hope, and unity. Together, let’s create a legacy of support and compassion that continues to grow!

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Races

2024 I Love LK5K

Incl. $2.20 Fee & Short sleeved, tri-blend.

Note the race will be at the Hot Springs Transportation Depot and will take place on the Hot Springs Greenway this year.

9:00 AM CDT

$22.20

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VIRTUAL RACE: 2024 I Love LK 5k Virtual Race
Virtual

Incl. $2.20 Fee & Short sleeved, tri-blend.

Wear your shirt on your spring break vacation and tag us on Instagram and Facebook! We want to see LK's ripples of love spreading all over the world! Shirts will only be shipped if you choose the shipping fee upon registration. Shirts are not available for shipping until after the race.

9:00 AM CDT

$22.20

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Lila's Mile (our 1/8th mile walk with special needs participants and families) It is important to register your participants so we will have a trophy for each.

Short sleeved, tri-blend.

Please register your special needs child here! We want to know who to expect so we can give them a special award!

8:45 AM CDT

Free

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Organiser's description

The I Love LK 5K is a fund raising event meant to memorialize precious Lila Kate McAlister. LK lived a remarkable 41/2 years, touching the hearts and lives of all people who met her. Born with Down Syndrome, pulmonary hypertension, and a heart defect, simple illnesses such as the common cold were a constant source of concern for her family. On January 9, 2015, Lila Kate left our lives to be in heaven. Raising funds for organizations such as Garland County Special Olympics and the Arkansas Down Syndrome Association in her memory is a top priority for her family, friends, and our community. Your participation in this event gives great comfort to Lila Kate's family, and it helps support many nonprofit organizations in our community. With your generosity, we have given over $300,000.00 to local non profits assisting special needs children and their families!

In 2023, with your help, we supported Sunshine Therapeutic Riding, While We Are Waiting, Special Olympics, I Can! of Arkansas, Arkansas Down Syndrome Association, Our Promise, CASA, OCC, The Call, Miracle League, Beacon of Hope, Cooper Anthony CAC, and Arkansas Hunters for the Hungry. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!