The Grove MGM 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Montgomery, Alabama
- Price $16.90 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day at The Grove MGM 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in beautiful Montgomery! Join us as we celebrate the first year of The Grove MGM, a vital community resource supporting young women transitioning out of foster care in Alabama. This exciting 5K event will kick off at 8 AM, starting and finishing at The Grove MGM located at 559 S Hull. Be sure to arrive by 7:30 AM for race bib and shirt pickup.
Participants will enjoy a scenic route through the historic streets of downtown Montgomery, passing iconic landmarks such as the Alabama State Capitol, the Rosa Parks Museum, and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice. After the race, stick around for refreshments, community fellowship, and shopping at Grove Books, which offers literature focused on compassion and healing. Every finisher will receive a participant medal, and top finishers in various age categories will be recognized in a special ceremony. Bring the whole family for a day filled with hope, restoration, and fun! Don’t miss out on this meaningful event that supports a great cause!
Participants will enjoy a scenic route through the historic streets of downtown Montgomery, passing iconic landmarks such as the Alabama State Capitol, the Rosa Parks Museum, and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice. After the race, stick around for refreshments, community fellowship, and shopping at Grove Books, which offers literature focused on compassion and healing. Every finisher will receive a participant medal, and top finishers in various age categories will be recognized in a special ceremony. Bring the whole family for a day filled with hope, restoration, and fun! Don’t miss out on this meaningful event that supports a great cause!
Organiser's Description
PLEASE NOTE:
1) PACKET PICKUP: We will only have race bib and shirt pickup on race day. Please arrive by 7:30 AM at the latest to pick up your bib.
2) PARKING: The Grove MGM will provide parking instructions closer to the date of the event.
Join us to celebrate The Grove MGM's first year in Montgomery! The Grove supports young women transitioning out of Foster Care in Alabama. They provide dignified, affordable housing and support to bridge the gap between the foster care system and independence. Your participation and/or donation goes towards maintenance of the newly-renovated space and sponsoring the current and future young women who call The Grove their home. You can visit thegrovemgm.org for more information.
On Saturday, 18 April 2026 we will have a 5K run/walk starting and ending at The Grove MGM at 559 S Hull. The 5K will begin at 8AM, but please arrive by 730AM to get pumped up for the fun!! The run/walk will take runners and walkers through the historic streets of downtown Montgomery. Along the course, you will see the Alabama State Capitol building, the Rosa Parks Bus Stop and Court Square Fountain, the Rosa Parks Museum and the Davis Theater, The National Memorial for Peace and Justice, and The Mothers of Gynecology Park.
After completing the 5K, stay and fellowship with members of The Grove community in our lovely outdoor gathering area, enjoy some refreshments provided by our sponsors, and shop in Grove Books, located on the lower level of The Grove, and specializing in books on compassion, healing, empathy, and transformation.
We will have coffee, snacks, and a food truck. Bring the family for this meaningful day of hope and restoration.
ALL FINISHERS OF THE 5K WILL RECEIVE A PARTICIPANT MEDAL.
TOP FINISHERS OF THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES WILL RECEIVE SPECIAL RECOGNITION:
Top 3 OA Males
Top 3 OA Females
TOP 1 FINISHER FOR EACH OF THE FOLLOWING:
Children aged 0-14 Male and Female
Adults aged 15-24 Male and Female
Adults aged 25-34 Male and Female
Adults aged 35-44 Male and Female
Adults aged 45-54 Male and Female
Adults aged 55-64 Male and Female
Adults aged 65-74 Male and Female
Adults aged 75+ Male and Female
For course map, copy and paste the following link into your browser of choice:
https://api.coros.com/coros/data/share-track?regionId=1&id=466779619820011520
1) PACKET PICKUP: We will only have race bib and shirt pickup on race day. Please arrive by 7:30 AM at the latest to pick up your bib.
2) PARKING: The Grove MGM will provide parking instructions closer to the date of the event.
Join us to celebrate The Grove MGM's first year in Montgomery! The Grove supports young women transitioning out of Foster Care in Alabama. They provide dignified, affordable housing and support to bridge the gap between the foster care system and independence. Your participation and/or donation goes towards maintenance of the newly-renovated space and sponsoring the current and future young women who call The Grove their home. You can visit thegrovemgm.org for more information.
On Saturday, 18 April 2026 we will have a 5K run/walk starting and ending at The Grove MGM at 559 S Hull. The 5K will begin at 8AM, but please arrive by 730AM to get pumped up for the fun!! The run/walk will take runners and walkers through the historic streets of downtown Montgomery. Along the course, you will see the Alabama State Capitol building, the Rosa Parks Bus Stop and Court Square Fountain, the Rosa Parks Museum and the Davis Theater, The National Memorial for Peace and Justice, and The Mothers of Gynecology Park.
After completing the 5K, stay and fellowship with members of The Grove community in our lovely outdoor gathering area, enjoy some refreshments provided by our sponsors, and shop in Grove Books, located on the lower level of The Grove, and specializing in books on compassion, healing, empathy, and transformation.
We will have coffee, snacks, and a food truck. Bring the family for this meaningful day of hope and restoration.
ALL FINISHERS OF THE 5K WILL RECEIVE A PARTICIPANT MEDAL.
TOP FINISHERS OF THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES WILL RECEIVE SPECIAL RECOGNITION:
Top 3 OA Males
Top 3 OA Females
TOP 1 FINISHER FOR EACH OF THE FOLLOWING:
Children aged 0-14 Male and Female
Adults aged 15-24 Male and Female
Adults aged 25-34 Male and Female
Adults aged 35-44 Male and Female
Adults aged 45-54 Male and Female
Adults aged 55-64 Male and Female
Adults aged 65-74 Male and Female
Adults aged 75+ Male and Female
For course map, copy and paste the following link into your browser of choice:
https://api.coros.com/coros/data/share-track?regionId=1&id=466779619820011520
Races
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The Grove MGM 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
All registrations through April 3 are guaranteed a shirt. After that, we will try to provide shirts for anyone who would like one. If you would like to participate but do not need a shirt, you can choose the "No Shirt" option under the shirt size drop down, and the price for your registration will be $15 plus service fee. -
YOUTH RATE (Ages 0-18): The Grove MGM 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$16.90
All registrations through April 3 are guaranteed a shirt. After that, we will try to provide shirts for anyone who would like one. If you would like to participate but do not need a shirt, you can choose the "No Shirt" option under the shirt size drop down, and the price for your YOUTH RATE registration will be $5 plus service fee.
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