Blessings in a Bookbag Presents 15th Annual MLK 5k/10k
- Date Mon 19th January 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Savannah, Georgia
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 15th Annual MLK 5k/10k, taking place on Monday, January 19, 2026, in beautiful Savannah, Georgia! This vibrant event, hosted by Blessings in a Bookbag, is a fantastic opportunity to not only challenge yourself with a 5k or 10k race but also to support a great cause—raising funds and awareness for child hunger in the Savannah community.
Join fellow participants at the Howe 2 Run Store located at 11 Gateway Blvd S Suite 54, Savannah, GA 31419. The festivities kick off with last-minute registration at 7:00 am, followed by the starting line-up at 7:45 am and the exciting race beginning at 8:00 am. Every runner will receive a finisher's medal, and you're encouraged to bring your furry friends along for the fun! Don’t forget to mark your calendars for packet pick-up days on January 17th and 18th, where participants can collect their race materials, including a commemorative t-shirt. Secure your spot soon to ensure you get your gear—quantities are limited! Join us for a day of fitness, community, and fun
Join fellow participants at the Howe 2 Run Store located at 11 Gateway Blvd S Suite 54, Savannah, GA 31419. The festivities kick off with last-minute registration at 7:00 am, followed by the starting line-up at 7:45 am and the exciting race beginning at 8:00 am. Every runner will receive a finisher's medal, and you're encouraged to bring your furry friends along for the fun! Don’t forget to mark your calendars for packet pick-up days on January 17th and 18th, where participants can collect their race materials, including a commemorative t-shirt. Secure your spot soon to ensure you get your gear—quantities are limited! Join us for a day of fitness, community, and fun
Organiser's Description
Join us on MLK Day as we raise funds and awareness about child hunger in Savannah. Blessings In A Bookbag Inc., Howe2Run Marc Cameron and Endurance Race Service have partnered this year to make our 15th Annual Bigger and Better than last time. Endurance Race Services will be on site timing this 5K/10K, and every runner will receive a finishers medal. Come and walk, run, skate, and bring your dogs too! You're ALL invited!
WHEN: January 19, 2026
WHERE: Howe 2 Run Store
Shoppes of Savannah
11 Gateway Blvd S Suite 54, Savannah, GA 31419
TIMES:
Last minute registration: 7:00am
Starting line up: 7:45am
Ready, Set, Go: 8:00am
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR PACKET PICK-UP DAYS!
For race participants, Packet Pick-Up Days will be Saturday, JANUARY 17TH and Sunday, JANUARY 18TH the Howe 2 Run Store. Packets will include a runners bib, a Blessings In A Bookbag MLK 5K/10K T- shirt, and additional information about the 5k/10K.
MLK 5K/10K PACKET PICK-UP LOCATION:
Howe 2 Run Store
Shoppes of Savannah
11 Gateway Blvd S Suite 54, Savannah, GA 31419
PACKET PICK UP DAYS & TIMES
Saturday January 17th: 10:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, January 18th: 12:00pm-5:00pm
PLEASE NOTE: As race day approaches, we want to encourage you to complete your registration as soon as possible to secure your Blessings in a Bookbag MLK 5k/10k T-shirt and finisher's medal.
**PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATIONS MADE WITHIN THE LAST TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE RACE DO NOT GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT OR MEDAL, AS QUANTITIES ARE LIMITED FOR BOTH.**
WHEN: January 19, 2026
WHERE: Howe 2 Run Store
Shoppes of Savannah
11 Gateway Blvd S Suite 54, Savannah, GA 31419
TIMES:
Last minute registration: 7:00am
Starting line up: 7:45am
Ready, Set, Go: 8:00am
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR PACKET PICK-UP DAYS!
For race participants, Packet Pick-Up Days will be Saturday, JANUARY 17TH and Sunday, JANUARY 18TH the Howe 2 Run Store. Packets will include a runners bib, a Blessings In A Bookbag MLK 5K/10K T- shirt, and additional information about the 5k/10K.
MLK 5K/10K PACKET PICK-UP LOCATION:
Howe 2 Run Store
Shoppes of Savannah
11 Gateway Blvd S Suite 54, Savannah, GA 31419
PACKET PICK UP DAYS & TIMES
Saturday January 17th: 10:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, January 18th: 12:00pm-5:00pm
PLEASE NOTE: As race day approaches, we want to encourage you to complete your registration as soon as possible to secure your Blessings in a Bookbag MLK 5k/10k T-shirt and finisher's medal.
**PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATIONS MADE WITHIN THE LAST TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE RACE DO NOT GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT OR MEDAL, AS QUANTITIES ARE LIMITED FOR BOTH.**
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