The Grove MGM 5K Run/Walk

PLEASE NOTE:

) 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.

*** Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee t-shirts to participants who sign up after April 13, 2026. We will do everything we can to make sure those who want a shirt can get one. Thank you for your understanding!!

2) PARKING: SEE BELOW

3) WHY: 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.

4) WHAT, WHEN, WHERE: 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 and snacks. Bring the family for this meaningful day of hope and restoration.

5) AWARDS

**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

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