Red Shoe Run
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Event overview
The Red Shoe Run: Rockin' 5K takes place on April 11, 2026 in Birmingham, Alabama, hosted by Ronald McDonald House Alabama. The event includes these distance options:
- 5K
- 1 Mile
The in-person 5K is a run/walk and will be chip timed. The 1 Mile Fun Run includes a T-shirt. A remote participation option called Red Shoe Snoozer is offered for out-of-town participants; a mapped race route is available.
Purpose and logistics
Registrations support Ronald McDonald House Alabama by providing nights of rest, warm meals, and family stays for parents and children facing medical treatment. Post-race activities include a DJ and awards. Entry prices listed in the event information are subject to a price increase after December 1, 2025; 1 Mile registration ends on April 11, 2026. Presenting and family sponsors are listed for the event, including McDonald’s, WBRC Fox 6, and The Caring Foundation BCBS. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.