Lifeline's Run for One 5K
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Hoover, Alabama
- Price $27.50 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for Lifeline's Run for One 5K on Saturday, August 29th, 2026, in Hoover, Shelby, at the beautiful Veterans Park! This family-friendly event has been a cherished tradition since 2011, bringing together alumni families, friends, advocates, and community partners to raise awareness and support for vulnerable children around the globe. Runners of all ages will gather for the exciting 5K at 8:00 AM, followed by a 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:45 AM, promising a morning filled with joy and purpose.
The atmosphere will be buzzing with fun activities for everyone, including bounce houses, food trucks, face painting, and outdoor games! If you can't join us in person, you can still be part of this incredible cause with the "Run Where You Are" option, allowing virtual participation from your neighborhood or favorite trail. Don’t forget to share your experience using #RunForOne and connect with the global Lifeline community! With registration beginning at 7:00 AM, we can't wait to see you there, supporting a mission that truly makes a difference in the lives of children worldwide!
The atmosphere will be buzzing with fun activities for everyone, including bounce houses, food trucks, face painting, and outdoor games! If you can't join us in person, you can still be part of this incredible cause with the "Run Where You Are" option, allowing virtual participation from your neighborhood or favorite trail. Don’t forget to share your experience using #RunForOne and connect with the global Lifeline community! With registration beginning at 7:00 AM, we can't wait to see you there, supporting a mission that truly makes a difference in the lives of children worldwide!
Organiser's Description
Started in 2011, the Run for One 5K is a family-friendly annual event where Lifeline Childrens Services' alumni families, friends, advocates, and community partners gather to raise awareness and support for vulnerable children around the world.
Through Lifelines global orphan care ministry (GOC), children are being loved, equipped, and encouraged as they enroll in school, learn life skills, and hear the hope of the gospel.
On Saturday, August 29th, runners from across the country will lace up for this life-changing cause. Whether you join us IN BIRMINGHAM, AL or choose to RUN WHERE YOU ARE, your miles matter!
IN BIRMINGHAM, the race takes place at Veterans Park. Its a fun-filled morning with bounce houses, food trucks, face painting, and activities for the whole family. We cant wait to see you there!
PREFER TO RUN VIRTUALLY? With our RUN WHERE YOU ARE option, you can participate from your neighborhood, a local trail, or even a treadmillwherever you are! Virtual runners receive a race packet in the mail, including a T-shirt, and can run anytime on or before August 29th. Share your photos with #RunForOne and be part of the global Lifeline community standing for vulnerable children. **PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CAN NOT ENSURE YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR SHIRT BEFORE AUGUST 29TH IF YOU CHOOSE THIS OPTION AFTER 8/7/26.**
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29TH VETERANS PARK ON VALLEYDALE ROAD
SCHEDULE:
7:00 AM: Registration
8:00 AM: 5K begins
8:45 AM: 1 Mile Fun Run begins
9:15 AM: Awards
9:30 AM: Family Festival
* Bounce Houses
* Touch-A-Truck sponsored by CraneWorks
* Outdoor Games
* Free Food
* Music
* Face Paint
BIRMINGHAM PACKET PICKUP:
Friday, August 28th from 10:00 AM 5:00 PM at TrakShak280
BIRMINGHAM AWARD CATEGORIES:
* Top Overall Male/Female
* Top two Male/Female in each age group:
* 19 and Under
* 20 29
* 30 39
* 40 49
* 50+
PACKET PICKUP:
Runner packets can be picked up at Track Shak 280 on August 28th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. If you can't make it on Friday, no worries, we will have your packets ready to pickup Saturday morning August 29th begining at 7:00 AM at Veterans Park in Hoover.
REFUND & WEATHER POLICY:
Thank you for being part of our event! All registration fees are non-refundable. If we need to cancel or adjust the event due to weather, safety concerns, or other circumstances beyond our control, no refunds will be issued. In these situations, your payment will be considered a donation to support Lifelines mission. We may also make changes to event details if needed to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We truly appreciate your understanding and support.
Through Lifelines global orphan care ministry (GOC), children are being loved, equipped, and encouraged as they enroll in school, learn life skills, and hear the hope of the gospel.
On Saturday, August 29th, runners from across the country will lace up for this life-changing cause. Whether you join us IN BIRMINGHAM, AL or choose to RUN WHERE YOU ARE, your miles matter!
IN BIRMINGHAM, the race takes place at Veterans Park. Its a fun-filled morning with bounce houses, food trucks, face painting, and activities for the whole family. We cant wait to see you there!
PREFER TO RUN VIRTUALLY? With our RUN WHERE YOU ARE option, you can participate from your neighborhood, a local trail, or even a treadmillwherever you are! Virtual runners receive a race packet in the mail, including a T-shirt, and can run anytime on or before August 29th. Share your photos with #RunForOne and be part of the global Lifeline community standing for vulnerable children. **PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CAN NOT ENSURE YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR SHIRT BEFORE AUGUST 29TH IF YOU CHOOSE THIS OPTION AFTER 8/7/26.**
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29TH VETERANS PARK ON VALLEYDALE ROAD
SCHEDULE:
7:00 AM: Registration
8:00 AM: 5K begins
8:45 AM: 1 Mile Fun Run begins
9:15 AM: Awards
9:30 AM: Family Festival
* Bounce Houses
* Touch-A-Truck sponsored by CraneWorks
* Outdoor Games
* Free Food
* Music
* Face Paint
BIRMINGHAM PACKET PICKUP:
Friday, August 28th from 10:00 AM 5:00 PM at TrakShak280
BIRMINGHAM AWARD CATEGORIES:
* Top Overall Male/Female
* Top two Male/Female in each age group:
* 19 and Under
* 20 29
* 30 39
* 40 49
* 50+
PACKET PICKUP:
Runner packets can be picked up at Track Shak 280 on August 28th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. If you can't make it on Friday, no worries, we will have your packets ready to pickup Saturday morning August 29th begining at 7:00 AM at Veterans Park in Hoover.
REFUND & WEATHER POLICY:
Thank you for being part of our event! All registration fees are non-refundable. If we need to cancel or adjust the event due to weather, safety concerns, or other circumstances beyond our control, no refunds will be issued. In these situations, your payment will be considered a donation to support Lifelines mission. We may also make changes to event details if needed to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We truly appreciate your understanding and support.
Races
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BIRMINGHAM - 5K Participant
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
Our BIRMINGHAM 5K begins at Veterans Park. This race includes a chipped bib and is timed by Trak Shak. Please register before 8/1/25 to guarantee you receive a medal and a t-shirt! -
BIRMINGHAM - Fun Run Participant
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (8:45AM CDT)
$27.50
The BIRMINGHAM Fun Run begins at Veterans Park and follows a one mile course. Please register before 8/1/25 to guarantee you receive a medal and a t-shirt! -
Run Where You Are
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
Gather your friends and family to run in your local parks, neighborhoods, or church! Everyone that signs up before 8/1/25 will receive a race t-shirt in the mail before the run date. **PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CAN NOT ENSURE YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR SHIRT BEFORE AUGUST 29TH IF YOU CHOOSE THIS OPTION AFTER 8/15/25.** Please note the additional $5 added to the in person registration cost is to help with packet shipping. For families or groups of 3 or more, there will be a $10 discount.
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