MLK Day 5K Drum Run - Birmingham
- Date Sat 18th January 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Birmingham, Alabama
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in style at the 9th Annual MLK Day 5K Drum Run on Saturday, January 18, 2025, in Birmingham, Jefferson! This vibrant event invites participants of all backgrounds to come together for a day of fellowship, fitness, and fun. Choose your challenge with a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, a USATF Certified 5K (AL24029JE), or a newly added USATF Certified 10K (AL24030JE).
As you race through the streets, enjoy the invigorating beats from local drumline musicians who will energize the course, motivating runners and walkers alike. Not only will you have a fantastic time, but your participation also supports local youth music programs, as each drumline receives a donation to their band booster association. With a warm-up session, music, timing, and an exclusive MLK Day 5K Drum Run shirt in your race goodie bag, this event promises an inspiring and enjoyable experience for everyone. So, gather your friends, family, or community group and register today at www.mlkday5kbham.com. Join us in honoring the legacy of Dr. King through fitness
As you race through the streets, enjoy the invigorating beats from local drumline musicians who will energize the course, motivating runners and walkers alike. Not only will you have a fantastic time, but your participation also supports local youth music programs, as each drumline receives a donation to their band booster association. With a warm-up session, music, timing, and an exclusive MLK Day 5K Drum Run shirt in your race goodie bag, this event promises an inspiring and enjoyable experience for everyone. So, gather your friends, family, or community group and register today at www.mlkday5kbham.com. Join us in honoring the legacy of Dr. King through fitness
Organiser's Description
Gathering the diverse groups in our beloved community to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in the spirit of sisterhood and brotherhood with fellowship and fitness.
Presented by The Leftover Energy Foundation Inc., this year's 9th Annual Race will be IN PERSON & VIRTUAL. We have the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, 5K (USATF CERTIFIED #AL24029JE) and now a 10K (USATF CERTIFIED #AL24030JE)! Race participants come from diverse populations that include all demographics, ages, races, cultures, genders and creed to celebrate the meaning of the holiday in a fun and fitness way. Annually the race features a lineup of drumline musicians from Birmingham area schools and organizations that will perform along the full race course to motivate runners and walkers as they make their way. Also, each drumline will receive a donation to their band booster association.
We will provide a safe event which will include a warm up, music, timing, fantastic sponsors and the race goodie bag including the official MLK DAY 5K Drum Run shirt for all race entrants. Great inspiration that makes this holiday great!
If you are a nonprofit, church group, school org, foundation or community group please register as a team and receive $5.00 back for every registered team member for your organization's community efforts.
The race website www.mlkday5kbham.com is available for registration, volunteer sign up and sponsorship. For more information please contact us via email [email protected] or at 470-444-9844
INSPIRE - FITNESS - FELLOWSHIP
Presented by The Leftover Energy Foundation Inc., this year's 9th Annual Race will be IN PERSON & VIRTUAL. We have the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, 5K (USATF CERTIFIED #AL24029JE) and now a 10K (USATF CERTIFIED #AL24030JE)! Race participants come from diverse populations that include all demographics, ages, races, cultures, genders and creed to celebrate the meaning of the holiday in a fun and fitness way. Annually the race features a lineup of drumline musicians from Birmingham area schools and organizations that will perform along the full race course to motivate runners and walkers as they make their way. Also, each drumline will receive a donation to their band booster association.
We will provide a safe event which will include a warm up, music, timing, fantastic sponsors and the race goodie bag including the official MLK DAY 5K Drum Run shirt for all race entrants. Great inspiration that makes this holiday great!
If you are a nonprofit, church group, school org, foundation or community group please register as a team and receive $5.00 back for every registered team member for your organization's community efforts.
The race website www.mlkday5kbham.com is available for registration, volunteer sign up and sponsorship. For more information please contact us via email [email protected] or at 470-444-9844
INSPIRE - FITNESS - FELLOWSHIP
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$38.10
- Open to all ages. - The 5K Run/Walk will be a timed event and race numbers will be provided. - T-shirt Included - Strollers are welcomed. ORDER BY 01/07/2025 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT SIZE -
10k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th January 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$48.70
- Open to all ages. - The 10K Run/Walk will be a timed event and race numbers will be provided. - 10K will start with 5K. - T-shirt Included - Strollers are welcomed. ORDER BY 01/07/2025 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT SIZE -
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - YOUTH
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th January 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$22.20
- Ages 12 years and younger. - Includes Child size T-shirt - The 1 Mile Fun run/walk will not be a timed event and no race numbers will be provided. - Parents and guardians encouraged to walk. - Strollers are welcomed. -
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - ADULT
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 18th January 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$22.20
- Ages 13 years and older. This registration is for ADULTS that want to participate in the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. - The 1 Mile Fun run/walk will not be a timed event and no race numbers will be provided. - PLEASE NOTE: A T-SHIRT IS OPTIONAL & NOT INCLUDED IN THE ADULT 1-MILE FUN RUN/WALK REGISTRATION. THERE IS AN OPTION TO PURCHASE AN ADULT SIZED T-SHIRT FOR THE ADULT 1 MILE FUN RUN/WALK REGISTRATION. - Parents and guardians are encouraged to walk with children that are registered for the walk. - Strollers are welcomed.
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