Desmond Wingard Legacy 5K
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Montgomery, Alabama
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Desmond Wingard Legacy 5K on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in the vibrant city of Montgomery, Alabama! This exciting race kicks off at the WSFA building on Dexter Avenue and takes participants through the heart of downtown Montgomery, making it a picturesque and engaging course. Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to participate, with registration priced at $30 in advance and $40 on race day. Don’t forget, all registrants receive a T-shirt if they sign up before October 14, and costumes are highly encouraged to add to the festive Halloween spirit!
This event is not just about the run; it's a heartfelt tribute to the legacy of Desmond Wingard, a beloved former News Director at WSFA. All proceeds from the race will benefit the Desmond Wingard Legacy in Journalism Scholarship Endowment at Troy University, ensuring that Desmond’s commitment to journalism and community continues to inspire future generations. Come out, have fun, and honor a remarkable individual while supporting a great cause!
This event is not just about the run; it's a heartfelt tribute to the legacy of Desmond Wingard, a beloved former News Director at WSFA. All proceeds from the race will benefit the Desmond Wingard Legacy in Journalism Scholarship Endowment at Troy University, ensuring that Desmond’s commitment to journalism and community continues to inspire future generations. Come out, have fun, and honor a remarkable individual while supporting a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Registration is $30 in advance and $40 on the day of the event. A T-shirt is included with registration through October 14. After that, T-shirts are available while supplies last.
The race will start at the WSFA building on Dexter Avenue in Montgomery, Alabama, and continue through downtown Montgomery. Halloween costumes are welcome!
All proceeds benefit the Desmond Wingard Legacy in Journalism Scholarship Endowment at Troy University.
Desmond Wingard, WSFAs former News Director who passed away 10/30/25 after a short battle with cancer. Desmond was an integral part of WSFA and was responsible for so many of the positive things our station has done for our community. Desmond was a dear friend to all that knew him and our race is in his honor to help raise funds for the Desmond Wingard Legacy in Journalism Scholarship at Troy University.
The race will start at the WSFA building on Dexter Avenue in Montgomery, Alabama, and continue through downtown Montgomery. Halloween costumes are welcome!
All proceeds benefit the Desmond Wingard Legacy in Journalism Scholarship Endowment at Troy University.
Desmond Wingard, WSFAs former News Director who passed away 10/30/25 after a short battle with cancer. Desmond was an integral part of WSFA and was responsible for so many of the positive things our station has done for our community. Desmond was a dear friend to all that knew him and our race is in his honor to help raise funds for the Desmond Wingard Legacy in Journalism Scholarship at Troy University.
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Desmond Wingard Legacy 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$32.80
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Location
445 Dexter Avenue Suite 7000, Montgomery, 36104, AL, United States
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