Y It Matters 5K & Fun Run
- Date Tue 16th September 2025 - Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 6:00AM CDT
- Location Birmingham, Alabama
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Y It Matters 5K & Fun Run happening on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in beautiful Birmingham, Jefferson! This upbeat event kicks off bright and early at 8 AM, offering participants the chance to either compete in the 5K race or enjoy a leisurely fun run. The 5K race registration fee is just $40 for pre-registration and $45 for walk-up entries on race day, while the fun run is available at $20 for pre-registration and $25 for same-day sign-ups.
The race starts near Good People Brewing on 1st Avenue South, leading runners on a flat and fast course that takes them northeast towards the Rotary Trail. It's a perfect opportunity for families to come together, as parents can run alongside their children at no extra cost. Don’t forget to register by November 21 to secure your desired shirt size! With plenty of perks like discounts for YMCA members and employees, plus the option for a "sleep-in registration" to support the Y while still getting a race T-shirt, this event promises to be a highlight of the season. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a great cause!
The race starts near Good People Brewing on 1st Avenue South, leading runners on a flat and fast course that takes them northeast towards the Rotary Trail. It's a perfect opportunity for families to come together, as parents can run alongside their children at no extra cost. Don’t forget to register by November 21 to secure your desired shirt size! With plenty of perks like discounts for YMCA members and employees, plus the option for a "sleep-in registration" to support the Y while still getting a race T-shirt, this event promises to be a highlight of the season. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2025, 8AM
* 5K RACE FEE: $40 for pre-registration | $45 for walk-up registration on race day (no promo codes accepted for walk-up registration).
* FUN RUN RACE FEE: $20 for pre-registration | $25 for walk-up registration on race day (no promo codes accepted for walk-up registration). A parent/guardian may run alongside their child(ren) at no cost, but will not receive a bib, shirt or medal, and must identify as a parent/guardian running with a minor when prompted in the registration process. Adults may register for $20 for the Fun Run to receive a shirt, medal and bib.
* YMCA MEMBERS RECEIVE $10 OFF 5K. Please inquire at your branch and use during the online registration process.
* YMCA EMPLOYEES RECEIVE $20 OFF 5K. Please inquire with your direct supervisor on how to receive your employee discount code!
* TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT IN YOUR DESIRED SIZE YOU MUST REGISTER BY FRIDAY, NOV. 21.
* SLEEP IN REGISTRATION AVAILABLE. If you do not want to participate on race day but want to support the Y and get a race T-shirt, we are happy for the support.
* PAYMENT: Credit cards are the only accepted form of payment. No cash or checks will be accepted.
* Please note there is a processing fee and sales tax associated with each entry.
* RACE START/FINISH LOCATION: Starting near Good People Brewing on 1st Avenue South
* COURSE INFORMATION: Participants will head northeast up 1st Avenue South towards the Rotary Trail toward 32nd Street South where they will turn around and race back towards Good People Brewing. Flat and fast! CLICK HERE [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WmQQ_ewO45XAb0gNmWxn7uB4fhR7CqBK/view?usp=sharing] to view the course map.
* Our course is not certified.
* PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP - NEW THIS YEAR, packet pick-up will be held at the Shades Valley YMCA (3551 Montgomery Hwy, Homewood AL 35209). Day/Time info coming soon!
* RACE-DAY PACKET PICKUP: Saturday, December 13, 7am - 7:50am at Good People Brewery, 114 14th St S, Birmingham
* SWAG: Please note that while we will do the best we can to accommodate shirt sizes, only participants who registered on or before 11/21 are guaranteed a race shirt in the size selected at time of registration.
* 5K RACE FEE: $40 for pre-registration | $45 for walk-up registration on race day (no promo codes accepted for walk-up registration).
* FUN RUN RACE FEE: $20 for pre-registration | $25 for walk-up registration on race day (no promo codes accepted for walk-up registration). A parent/guardian may run alongside their child(ren) at no cost, but will not receive a bib, shirt or medal, and must identify as a parent/guardian running with a minor when prompted in the registration process. Adults may register for $20 for the Fun Run to receive a shirt, medal and bib.
* YMCA MEMBERS RECEIVE $10 OFF 5K. Please inquire at your branch and use during the online registration process.
* YMCA EMPLOYEES RECEIVE $20 OFF 5K. Please inquire with your direct supervisor on how to receive your employee discount code!
* TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT IN YOUR DESIRED SIZE YOU MUST REGISTER BY FRIDAY, NOV. 21.
* SLEEP IN REGISTRATION AVAILABLE. If you do not want to participate on race day but want to support the Y and get a race T-shirt, we are happy for the support.
* PAYMENT: Credit cards are the only accepted form of payment. No cash or checks will be accepted.
* Please note there is a processing fee and sales tax associated with each entry.
* RACE START/FINISH LOCATION: Starting near Good People Brewing on 1st Avenue South
* COURSE INFORMATION: Participants will head northeast up 1st Avenue South towards the Rotary Trail toward 32nd Street South where they will turn around and race back towards Good People Brewing. Flat and fast! CLICK HERE [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WmQQ_ewO45XAb0gNmWxn7uB4fhR7CqBK/view?usp=sharing] to view the course map.
* Our course is not certified.
* PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP - NEW THIS YEAR, packet pick-up will be held at the Shades Valley YMCA (3551 Montgomery Hwy, Homewood AL 35209). Day/Time info coming soon!
* RACE-DAY PACKET PICKUP: Saturday, December 13, 7am - 7:50am at Good People Brewery, 114 14th St S, Birmingham
* SWAG: Please note that while we will do the best we can to accommodate shirt sizes, only participants who registered on or before 11/21 are guaranteed a race shirt in the size selected at time of registration.
Races
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Y It Matters 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Official Race T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$43.40
All 5K participants will receive a medal. Top 3 finishers in each age/gender category will receive a medal or non-cash prize. -
Y It Matters 5K - Sleep-In Option
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Official Race T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$32.80
Don't want to run or walk the event but still want to support the Downtown YMCA Youth Center? You will still get the official race day t-shirt if you register by Nov. 21 -
Y It Matters Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (9:00AM CST)
$22.20
Children and their families are invited to run our inagural Fun Run as part of the Y It Matters Race Day. The course is a 1-mile fun run, out and back. Paying participants will receive a race shirt. A parent/guardian may run alongside their child(ren) at no cost, but will not recieve a bib, shirt or medal. Fun Run Registration will prompt adults registering minors to identify as a parent running with a minor so we can accurately track participation. -
Couch to 5K Training
Tue 16th September 2025 (6:00AM CDT)
Free
Get ready for race day! This year, we are introducing a Couch to 5K training program, developed by YMCA of Greater Birmingham fitness staff! Participants will receive an easy-to-follow training plan. Upon registration, stop by your home branch, to receive your Couch to 5K Display Card and begin logging your progress. You will receive additional info via email upon registration. Non-members are welcome to participate. In-branch progress tracking is not required, but strongly encouraged!
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Starting line will be on 1st Ave between Regions Field and Railroad Park, 114 14th St S, Birmingham, 35233, AL, United States
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