BCBSAL 5K CHARITY FUND RUN

FEB 22, 2024 • 8am • VETERANS PARK + SPAIN PARK HS

The BCBSAL 5k Charity Fund Run is a 3.1 mile run/walk developed as a charity fundraising platform for local non-profits. Our unique course showcases newly renovated Veteran’s Park and ends in a spectator friendly finish on the track inside the Spain Park High School stadium! Participants will receive an event shirt for registering and a medal upon crossing the finish line. 

This 5k is presented in conjunction with the BCBSAL Kids Marathon - one of the largest and longest running marathon programs for children in the United States. Our 5k and Kids Marathon programs promote Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama’s commitment to supporting healthy lifestyle habits and good works within our community. CLICK HEADINGS BELOW TO EXPAND FOR FUTHER EVENT DETAILS.

  • The BCBS 5K is open to runners and walkers of all abilities. Youth registration is limited to students in the 6th grade and up. Children in grades K-5th are encouraged to participate in the BCBSAL Kids Marathon. Minors must have a legal parent or legal guardian sign the entry form to be eligible.

    Baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, bicycles, unauthorized vehicles and unregistered runners are prohibited on the course. No pets or smoking on course. Any participant breaking one of these rules will be removed from the course, disqualified and will not receive the finishers’ amenities.

  • Online registration through Jan 15, 2025: $25

    Online registration Jan 16 - Feb 21, 2025: $35

    Race day registration on-site Feb 22, 2025: $45 RACE DAY REGISTRATION ENDS AT 7:30am.

    Description text goes hereRegistrations are non transferable, non refundable and cannot be deferred.  Event insurance is available for purchase, but can ONLY be purchased at the time of your registration.

  • Registered participants will receive an event shirt in their race pack and finishers will receive a medal upon completion.

    Public restrooms are available in Veteran’s park at the start and in the Spain Park High School at the finish. Portalets will be available in other areas of the event footprint. A water stop will be place on the course and medical station at the finish line. First responders will be available throughout the footprint to help with emergencies.

  • Runner capacity is 600 people. Runners must cross the finish line within one hour to receive a medal. The course will closed after the one hour time limit to allow setup for our Kids Marathon.

  • Race packet pickup will be held at The Trak Shak on Friday, February 21st from noon until 6:00pm. Race day packet pickup will be held in Veteran’s Park from 6:30am-7:30am. Participants MUST wear their official race bib from their packet to be allow onto the course.

  • Winners of the race will be determined by official race timing devices that are attached to your race bib.  Be aware that timing devices are not guaranteed to be available for race day registration, but are not required to participate. Official timing for the 5K is based on Gun Time for Overall Awards and Chip Time for Age Group Awards. 

    Chip time is used to determine age group awards. Overall awards will be awarded based on gun time so if you think you're fastest enough to win an overall award you should line up at the front of the pack. 

    Award categories will be announce mid-January. The award ceremony will begin in Spain Park HS Stadium at approximately 8:45am. Awards must be claimed on race day and will not be mailed after the fact.