In 11 days · Sat, Oct 10, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Where
1600 1st Avenue S, Birmingham AL
Distance
5K
About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: 21st District "Be the One" 5K Run & Walk
- Date: October 10, 2026
- Location: 1600 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, AL
- Registration Link: Click here to register
Cause and Awareness
- Purpose: Advocacy and awareness for veteran suicide prevention
- Statistic: Alabama records over 120 veteran suicides annually
- Impact: Veterans account for roughly 18% of all suicide deaths in the state
- Community Action: Jefferson County has implemented a specialized veteran mental health initiative
Help Resources
- Crisis Support: Immediate help available 24/7
- Contact Number: Dial: 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line
- Text Support: Text: 838255 to connect with a VA responder
Registration Information
- Online Registration Deadline: October 8, 2026
- Onsite Registration: Available during the event from 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- T-Shirt Guarantee: Online registrations after October 3, 2026 cannot be guaranteed an event T-Shirt
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