Maddie's Message Race to Secure 5K
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Price $38.96
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, November 7, 2026, for the second annual Maddie's Message Race to Secure 5K at the picturesque Virginia Beach Amphitheater! This uplifting event invites runners of all ages to lace up their sneakers and participate in a race that goes beyond just running. Together, we are on a mission to protect children and strengthen our community by raising awareness about the dangers of unsecured furniture that can lead to tragic accidents. Every 30 minutes, a child is injured by a furniture tip-over, but by participating in this event, you can help change that statistic.
Your registration not only gets you moving but also contributes to vital initiatives such as providing free furniture anchoring kits and safety education for families. This family-friendly race is a powerful opportunity to honor Maddie, a bright spirit whose legacy fuels our determination to prevent future tragedies. Join us as we run for safety, race for change, and work together to create safer homes for our children. Let your steps matter—be part of a growing movement that shines a spotlight on child safety and community support. Together, we can make a difference!
Your registration not only gets you moving but also contributes to vital initiatives such as providing free furniture anchoring kits and safety education for families. This family-friendly race is a powerful opportunity to honor Maddie, a bright spirit whose legacy fuels our determination to prevent future tragedies. Join us as we run for safety, race for change, and work together to create safer homes for our children. Let your steps matter—be part of a growing movement that shines a spotlight on child safety and community support. Together, we can make a difference!
Organiser's Description
LACE UP FOR THE SECOND ANNUAL MADDIES MESSAGE 5K RACE TO SECURE ON NOVEMBER 7, 2026 AT THE VIRGINIA BEACH AMPHITHEATER! Bring your family, your friends, and your energy because this race is about more than miles. Its about protecting kids, strengthening our community, and turning awareness into action.
Furniture tip overs injure a child every 30 minutes. Together, were changing that. Your registration helps fund free furniture anchoring straps, safety education, and national advocacy efforts that keep families safe.
RUN WITH US BECAUSE:
* You believe every child deserves a safe home.
* You want to support a mission born from love, loss, and the determination to prevent future tragedies.
* You want your steps to matter and here, they do.
Join a movement thats growing, loud, and full of heart. Lets race for safety, race for change, and race for Maddie. This race is family friendly, mission driven, and built around community.
WHY YOUR PARTICIPATION MATTERS:
* RUN WITH PURPOSE: This race honors Maddie, a joyful little girl whose life was cut short by an unsecured dresser. Your involvement carries her story forward and fuels real change.
* SUPPORT LIFE SAVING WORK: Funds raised help us expand awareness campaigns, provide free furniture anchoring kits, and equip parents and caregivers with the tools they need to keep children safe.
* BE PART OF THE SOLUTION: Furniture tip overs are preventable. By showing up, you help shine a spotlight on an issue that deserves national attention.
* BUILD SAFER HOMES & STRONGER FAMILIES: Whether youre a runner, parent, grandparent, or advocate, your presence strengthens a movement dedicated to protecting kids everywhere.
This isnt just a 5K its a chance to stand up for child safety, support families, and anchor change where it matters most: at home. RUN FOR MADDIE. RUN FOR SAFETY. RUN TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Furniture tip overs injure a child every 30 minutes. Together, were changing that. Your registration helps fund free furniture anchoring straps, safety education, and national advocacy efforts that keep families safe.
RUN WITH US BECAUSE:
* You believe every child deserves a safe home.
* You want to support a mission born from love, loss, and the determination to prevent future tragedies.
* You want your steps to matter and here, they do.
Join a movement thats growing, loud, and full of heart. Lets race for safety, race for change, and race for Maddie. This race is family friendly, mission driven, and built around community.
WHY YOUR PARTICIPATION MATTERS:
* RUN WITH PURPOSE: This race honors Maddie, a joyful little girl whose life was cut short by an unsecured dresser. Your involvement carries her story forward and fuels real change.
* SUPPORT LIFE SAVING WORK: Funds raised help us expand awareness campaigns, provide free furniture anchoring kits, and equip parents and caregivers with the tools they need to keep children safe.
* BE PART OF THE SOLUTION: Furniture tip overs are preventable. By showing up, you help shine a spotlight on an issue that deserves national attention.
* BUILD SAFER HOMES & STRONGER FAMILIES: Whether youre a runner, parent, grandparent, or advocate, your presence strengthens a movement dedicated to protecting kids everywhere.
This isnt just a 5K its a chance to stand up for child safety, support families, and anchor change where it matters most: at home. RUN FOR MADDIE. RUN FOR SAFETY. RUN TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Races
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Race to Secure 5K
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (8:45AM EST)
$38.96
Race is located at Virginia Beach Amphitheater -
Maddies Mile
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$38.96
This is an Untimed Event -
Virtual Race to Secure 5K
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.96
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