6th Annual Forging Families 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run

  • Date Sat 11th January 2025
  • Time 9:15AM EST
  • Location Columbiana, Alabama
  • Price $16.90 - $38.10
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the 6th Annual Forging Families 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, January 11, 2025, in the charming town of Columbiana, Shelby. This exciting event supports Sacred Selections, a remarkable not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping families adopt children. With a mission to reduce the financial burden of adoption, all proceeds from this race will go directly to assist families in their journey to provide homes for children in need.

Participants can choose from USATF Certified 10K and 5K courses, both designed for a fast and flat experience, perfect for achieving your personal best. The event also features a fun and family-friendly 1 Mile Fun Run. Registration opens at 7:00 AM at the brand-new Shelby County Arts Council, and with early bird specials available, it's a fantastic opportunity to get involved while making a difference. After the race, take some time to explore the lovely Main Street of Columbiana, where local businesses welcome you with unique shopping experiences. Don't miss out on this wonderful day that combines fitness, community spirit, and the joy of helping families grow!

Organiser's Description

This event supports Sacred Selections, a not-for-profit organization that assists families in their quest to adopt a child. It's a pretty amazing organization. They operate with a volunteer board and minimal administrative costs.

All proceeds from this race will be donated to Sacred Selections to reduce the financial burden on a family willing to give a child a home. Funds will be sent directly to Sacred Selections to assist families in process of adoption. In the last four years, we have donated more than $40,000 to this cause and our event has grown each year.

We are excited to offer USATF Certified 10K and 5K courses as well as a 1 Mile Fun Run!

Contact Joel Dixon @ [email protected] with any questions.

$35 --- 10K Early Bird Special (by 11/16/24)
$40 --- 10K Registration (close 01/09/25)
$45 --- 10K Race Day Registration
$25 --- 5K Early Bird Special (by 11/16/24)
$30 5K Registration (closes 01/09/25)
$35 5K Race Day Registration
$15 --- One Mile Early Bird Special (by 11/16/24)
$20 One Mile Fun Run (closes 01/09/25)
$25 --- Mile Race Day Registration
$20 Sleep In Special (receive shirt)

Race day registration and packet pick-up will begin at 7:00 AM on Saturday, January 11th at the Shelby County Arts Council.

The course (USATF #AL19060JE) is fast and flat and promises a great opportunity at your next PR! We will begin and end at the brand-new Shelby County Arts Council facility. The 10K course will basically be a double loop (USATF#AL21027JE). Although the course is an open course, the City of Columbiana is partnering with us and providing police to control the flow of traffic to ensure runners are safe.

When the race is done, stick around and check out this beautiful facility and enjoy Columbianas quaint Main Street, visit our local businesses for unique shopping and enjoy the warmth of small town USA!

Races

  • 10k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $38.10

    The 10k course will be a modified double loop of the 5K course, which is a flat course with only two small hills on the entire course. The race runs you through beautiful downtown Columbiana and offers your fan sections several places to cheer you on within a very short walk.
  • 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $27.50

    The 5k course is flat and fast, with only two small hills on the entire course. The race runs you through beautiful downtown Columbiana and offers your fan sections several places to cheer you on within a very short walk.
  • 1 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th January 2025 (9:15AM EST)

    $16.90

    The 1 Mile Fun Run course begins in front of the old Court House and runs an out-and-back path along Main Street. The course is flat and provides plenty of room for your cheer section. Volunteers trail behind the last runner to ensure everyone's safety.
  • Sleep in Special

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $22.20

    Love the cause, but not an early riser? No problem. You can support this worthy effort from the comfort of your bed. Your $20 donation will get you a cool race shirt and a warm feeling (besides your covers) knowing you've helped a child find his/her forever home!

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Location

105 West College Street, Columbiana, 35051, AL, United States

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