Heart of a Queen 5K Fun Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 18th April 2026
  • Time 9:00AM CDT
  • Location Springfield, Illinois
  • Price $38.10
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the inaugural Heart of a Queen 5K Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Springfield, Sangamon! This uplifting event is dedicated to supporting women's heart health and honors the memory of Rene Shelton. Whether you are an avid runner, a casual jogger, or prefer a leisurely walk, everyone is welcome to participate and make a difference in the fight against cardiovascular disease.

Proudly sponsored by Miss Independence's Teen 2026, Amileah Waggoner, this event promises to be a heartwarming gathering for participants of all ages and fitness levels. Proceeds will fund vital research, education, and advocacy efforts, helping to improve heart health and prevent cardiovascular diseases. As a community, we will celebrate strength, resilience, and the lives impacted by heart conditions. Don your red attire, lace up your shoes, and join us in this meaningful journeyβ€”one step at a time. Don't miss the chance to honor your loved ones; at registration, you can add their names to hearts that symbolize your support. Together, let's pave the way for a future filled with healthier hearts!

Organiser's Description

Join us for the first annual Rene Shelton Memorial 5K Fun Run/Walk benefiting an organization that supports womens heart health. Proudly sponsored by Miss Independence's Teen 2026 - Amileah Waggoner, local titleholder through the Miss Illinois Scholarship Organization. This event is open to participants of all ages and fitness levels - whether you run, jog, or walk, every step makes a difference.

Proceeds from this event will support life - saving research, education, and advocacy efforts aimed at preventing cardiovascular disease and improving heart health. Together, we will honor the lives lost to cardiovascular disease and support survivors and their families who continue to face its challenges every day.

Come together as a community to raise awareness, celebrate strength, and resilience, and help build a future with healthier hearts for all. Lace up your shoes, wear red, and help us make an impact - one step at a time.

At registration there will be hearts to put the name of your loved one who you run/walk for. Red = Survivors; White = For loved ones we lost

Races

  • Rene Shelton Memorial Heart of a Queen 5K Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $38.10

  • Rene Shelton Memorial Heart of a Queen 5K Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    $38.10

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Location

1501 South Grand West, Springfield, 62704, IL, United States

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