Purple Iron 5K
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Miami, Florida
- Price $38.10 - $59.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Purple Iron 5K on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in sunny South Florida! This vibrant event is more than just a race; it embodies a movement dedicated to strength, endurance, and community purpose. Participants can look forward to not only a thrilling 5K run but also an opportunity to support vital causes, including scholarships for deserving students, raising awareness for Alzheimer's disease, and fostering community wellness.
The Purple Iron 5K is brought to you by the Sigma Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., South Florida's oldest chapter, and continues a legacy of service and uplift that spans over eight decades. Whether you choose to run or walk, you’ll be part of an inspiring gathering that promotes health and unity within the community. With a mission to empower students, fight Alzheimer’s, and strengthen community ties, this event promises to be a memorable day filled with purpose and positivity. Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare to run with purpose and walk for awareness at the Purple Iron 5K!
The Purple Iron 5K is brought to you by the Sigma Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., South Florida's oldest chapter, and continues a legacy of service and uplift that spans over eight decades. Whether you choose to run or walk, you’ll be part of an inspiring gathering that promotes health and unity within the community. With a mission to empower students, fight Alzheimer’s, and strengthen community ties, this event promises to be a memorable day filled with purpose and positivity. Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare to run with purpose and walk for awareness at the Purple Iron 5K!
Organiser's Description
Strength. Endurance. Purpose.
The Purple Iron 5K, presented by the Sigma Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., is more than a raceit is a movement with purpose.
Founded in 1939, Sigma Alpha is South Floridas oldest chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. For more than eight decades, the chapter has remained committed to service, education, uplift, and strengthening the communities of South Florida. The Purple Iron 5K continues that proud legacy by bringing our community together around three important pillars:
SCHOLARSHIPS Empowering Students
Investing in brighter futures by supporting scholarship opportunities that help deserving students pursue their educational goals and reach their full potential.
AWARENESS Fighting Alzheimers
Raising awareness of Alzheimers disease and dementia, while promoting education, understanding, and support for individuals, families, and caregivers impacted by these conditions.
COMMUNITY Moving Forward Together
Bringing families, friends, organizations, businesses, and neighbors together to promote health, wellness, fellowship, and a stronger South Florida community.
The name Purple Iron represents strength, endurance, and perseverancequalities demonstrated by every runner and walker, by students working toward their dreams, and by families navigating the challenges of Alzheimers and dementia.
For generations, the men of Sigma Alpha have worked to make a difference through service. With the Purple Iron 5K, we invite the entire community to join us in carrying that tradition forward.
One Race. Three Missions. One Stronger Community.
Run with purpose. Walk for awareness. Move for our future.
We DO hope you will join us for this outstanding race in support of a tremendous cause!
Please note, this is a rain or shine event!
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Businesses, organizations, and community partners are also invited to become Purple Iron 5K sponsors. Sponsorship provides an opportunity to support an important cause while connecting your organization with participants and supporters throughout South Florida.
For sponsorship information, please email PurpleIron5kRace@gmail.com.
The Purple Iron 5K, presented by the Sigma Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., is more than a raceit is a movement with purpose.
Founded in 1939, Sigma Alpha is South Floridas oldest chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. For more than eight decades, the chapter has remained committed to service, education, uplift, and strengthening the communities of South Florida. The Purple Iron 5K continues that proud legacy by bringing our community together around three important pillars:
SCHOLARSHIPS Empowering Students
Investing in brighter futures by supporting scholarship opportunities that help deserving students pursue their educational goals and reach their full potential.
AWARENESS Fighting Alzheimers
Raising awareness of Alzheimers disease and dementia, while promoting education, understanding, and support for individuals, families, and caregivers impacted by these conditions.
COMMUNITY Moving Forward Together
Bringing families, friends, organizations, businesses, and neighbors together to promote health, wellness, fellowship, and a stronger South Florida community.
The name Purple Iron represents strength, endurance, and perseverancequalities demonstrated by every runner and walker, by students working toward their dreams, and by families navigating the challenges of Alzheimers and dementia.
For generations, the men of Sigma Alpha have worked to make a difference through service. With the Purple Iron 5K, we invite the entire community to join us in carrying that tradition forward.
One Race. Three Missions. One Stronger Community.
Run with purpose. Walk for awareness. Move for our future.
We DO hope you will join us for this outstanding race in support of a tremendous cause!
Please note, this is a rain or shine event!
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Businesses, organizations, and community partners are also invited to become Purple Iron 5K sponsors. Sponsorship provides an opportunity to support an important cause while connecting your organization with participants and supporters throughout South Florida.
For sponsorship information, please email PurpleIron5kRace@gmail.com.
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