Jimmie Hale Mission Rescue Run 5K & 10K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Event Name: Jimmie Hale Mission’s Rescue Run - 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run
• Date: October 4th, 2025
• Location: The Curve in Homewood, Birmingham, AL
• Registration Link: Click Here

🍽️ Race Experience

• Festivities: Enjoy a high-quality race t-shirt and swag bag filled with goodies.
• Post-Race: Fresh food, water, and sports drinks provided after the race.
• Local Specials: Highlighting Homewood restaurant and business specials.
• Awards: Stick around for awards or have them mailed to you after the event.

📍 Course Information

• 10K Details: Double loop of the 5K, starting at 7:45 am CT.
• Time Limit: 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete the 10K (17 minutes/mile pace).
• Course Maps: View maps via Online Map.
• USATF Certification: 10K and 5K courses are USATF Certified, with detailed map links.

📅 Packet Pickup & Registration

• Pre-Race Pickup: October 1st (3-6 PM) & October 3rd (3-6 PM) at Trak Shak.
• Race Day Pickup: October 4th at Old Homewood Police Station Parking lot, 1833 29th Ave. South.
• Registration Closure: 10K & 5K registration closes at 7:30 AM.
• Race Day Agenda: Full agenda provided on race day, starting at 6:30 AM.

🏅 Awards & Recognition

• Awards: Overall male/female and age group awards for 5K and 10K.
• Categories: Awards for top three male/female in 10-year age groups.
• Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
• Eligibility: Awards will not be duplicated.

🚗 Parking & Road Closures

• Parking: Available in Soho Parking lot and street parking.
• Street Closure: 29th Ave. S. will be closed between 18th St. S. and 19th St. S.
• Race Day Closures: More info available here.
• Directions: Follow the provided maps for all locations.

⚠️ Registration Info

• No Refunds: No refunds for registration fees. Bib transfers must be done by October 1st.
• Weather Policy: The event will occur rain or shine: no refunds for cancellations.
• Pets: Pets are welcome but must be leashed. Responsible pet ownership is required.
• Strollers: Allowed, but participants must keep children with them at all times.

🚫 Bandit Policy

• Policy: Unregistered participants (bandits) are not allowed and must be registered to join.
• Bib Requirement: Runners must wear their bib number as proof of registration.
• Support: All event proceeds benefit The Jimmie Hale Mission.