HGF's 14th Annual 5K Run & Walk for Kids' Growth - Miami
- Date Sun 13th April 2025
- Location Miami, Florida
- Price Free - $18.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the HGF's 14th Annual 5K Run & Walk for Kids' Growth on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in beautiful Miami, Miami-Dade! This vibrant event is more than just a race; it's a powerful initiative aimed at raising awareness for childhood growth disorders and supporting early diagnosis and treatment. Participants of all ages are invited to lace up their sneakers and be part of a growing solution, helping to provide underserved children access to essential care and treatment.
The day kicks off at 7:00 AM with race day registration and packet pickup, followed by a lively pre-race warm-up at 7:45 AM. The 5K run/walk will officially start at 8:00 AM, and every registered participant will receive a finisher medal, an event t-shirt, and delicious food and refreshments throughout the day. With live entertainment, raffle prizes, and fun giveaways, this event promises to be a memorable experience for everyone involved. Mark your calendars for this exciting opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness and fun in the sun!
The day kicks off at 7:00 AM with race day registration and packet pickup, followed by a lively pre-race warm-up at 7:45 AM. The 5K run/walk will officially start at 8:00 AM, and every registered participant will receive a finisher medal, an event t-shirt, and delicious food and refreshments throughout the day. With live entertainment, raffle prizes, and fun giveaways, this event promises to be a memorable experience for everyone involved. Mark your calendars for this exciting opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness and fun in the sun!
Organiser's Description
RAIN OR SHINE
JOIN THE HUMAN GROWTH FOUNDATION (HGF) IN COLLABORATION WITH THE NICKLAUS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - AND BE PART OF A _GROWING _SOLUTION! PARTICIPATING IN THE 14TH ANNUAL 5K RUN & WALK FOR KIDS' GROWTH WILL HELP INCREASE AWARENESS OF CHILDHOOD GROWTH DISORDERS AND THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT. THIS EVENT WILL ALSO RAISE MUCH-NEEDED FUNDS TO GIVE UNDERSERVED CHILDREN WITH RARE GROWTH DISORDERS ACCESS TO CARE AND TREATMENT.
ALL AGES AND ALL WALKS OF LIFE ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE.
EACH REGISTERED PARTICIPANT RECEIVES A FINISHER MEDAL, EVENT TEE SHIRT, FOOD, AND REFRESHMENTS. __
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00 AM
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET-PICKUP
7:45 AM
PRE-RACE WARM-UP
8:00 AM
5K RUN/WALK STARTS
THE AWARDS CEREMONY WILL FOLLOW AFTER ALL RUN/WALK PARTICIPANTS RETURN.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD, AND REFRESHMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE EVENT.
RAFFLE PRIZES, DISPLAY BOOTHS, AND GIVEAWAYS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED THROUGHOUT THE EVENT.
10:00 AM
EVENT ENDS
TIMING
The event will be timed (conventional timing), and the course is paved.
HEAT WARNING
Temperature/humidity can be high in South Florida. Participants should drink plenty of fluids(non-alcoholic) for 48 hours prior to, during and upon finishing the race. Beware of heat-injury symptoms (Dizziness, no sweating, nausea, cramps, redness, incoherent speech and thoughts). Seek immediate assistance if symptoms occur. Wear loose, light-colored clothing.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Race Management reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event due to events out of Managements control, such as a natural disaster or other emergencies. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. Management may also alter the course and distances for the safety of the athletes.
PHOTOS & VIDEO
HGF WILL HAVE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS DURING THE EVENT.
BY REGISTERING TO ATTEND THE 5K RUN & WALK FOR KIDS' GROWTH, YOU CONSENT TO HAVING
YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO TAKEN AND USED FOR HGF'S PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES.
JOIN THE HUMAN GROWTH FOUNDATION (HGF) IN COLLABORATION WITH THE NICKLAUS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - AND BE PART OF A _GROWING _SOLUTION! PARTICIPATING IN THE 14TH ANNUAL 5K RUN & WALK FOR KIDS' GROWTH WILL HELP INCREASE AWARENESS OF CHILDHOOD GROWTH DISORDERS AND THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT. THIS EVENT WILL ALSO RAISE MUCH-NEEDED FUNDS TO GIVE UNDERSERVED CHILDREN WITH RARE GROWTH DISORDERS ACCESS TO CARE AND TREATMENT.
ALL AGES AND ALL WALKS OF LIFE ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE.
EACH REGISTERED PARTICIPANT RECEIVES A FINISHER MEDAL, EVENT TEE SHIRT, FOOD, AND REFRESHMENTS. __
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00 AM
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET-PICKUP
7:45 AM
PRE-RACE WARM-UP
8:00 AM
5K RUN/WALK STARTS
THE AWARDS CEREMONY WILL FOLLOW AFTER ALL RUN/WALK PARTICIPANTS RETURN.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD, AND REFRESHMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE EVENT.
RAFFLE PRIZES, DISPLAY BOOTHS, AND GIVEAWAYS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED THROUGHOUT THE EVENT.
10:00 AM
EVENT ENDS
TIMING
The event will be timed (conventional timing), and the course is paved.
HEAT WARNING
Temperature/humidity can be high in South Florida. Participants should drink plenty of fluids(non-alcoholic) for 48 hours prior to, during and upon finishing the race. Beware of heat-injury symptoms (Dizziness, no sweating, nausea, cramps, redness, incoherent speech and thoughts). Seek immediate assistance if symptoms occur. Wear loose, light-colored clothing.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Race Management reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event due to events out of Managements control, such as a natural disaster or other emergencies. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. Management may also alter the course and distances for the safety of the athletes.
PHOTOS & VIDEO
HGF WILL HAVE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS DURING THE EVENT.
BY REGISTERING TO ATTEND THE 5K RUN & WALK FOR KIDS' GROWTH, YOU CONSENT TO HAVING
YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO TAKEN AND USED FOR HGF'S PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES.
Races
-
Adult 5K Run/Walk (Age 18+)
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sun 13th April 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$18.00
Includes registration, bib, t-shirt and finisher medal. *Race T-shirts are only guaranteed to participants registered by March 8, 2024 -
Youth 5K Run/Walk (Age 18 & Under)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sun 13th April 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$12.50
Includes registration, bib, tee shirt, finisher medal and food & refreshments. *Race T-shirts are only guaranteed to participants registered by March 8, 2024 -
Youth 5K Run/Walk (Age 10 & Under)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sun 13th April 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$7.50
Includes registration, tee shirt and food & refreshments at the expo. *Race T-shirts are only guaranteed to participants registered by March 8, 2024 -
5K Run/Walk - Nicklaus Children's Hospital (Patients, Caregivers, and Staff)
Incl. T-Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sun 13th April 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
This event category is for Nicklaus Children's Hospital patients (past & present) and their families along with staff members. Includes registration, bib, tee shirt, finisher medal and food & refreshments. *Race T-shirts are only guaranteed to participants registered by March 8, 2024 -
5K Run/Walk - VOLUNTEER High School/College Group
Incl. T-Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sun 13th April 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
Volunteer teams will receive 20 community service hours. -
5K Run/Walk - MEMBERS of MIAMI RUNNING CLUBS
Incl. T-Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sun 13th April 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Add a reviewHGF's 14th Annual 5K Run & Walk for Kids' Growth - Miami