Runnin' for Rescues 5K/10K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
• Location: 314 N. King Street, Boaz, AL 35957
• Race Types: 5K and 10K
• URL: Runnin' for Rescues Registration

🤝 Community Support

• Gratitude: Thank you to all sponsors, volunteers, and participants over the last 7 years.
• Sponsor: This event is presented by our Diamond Sponsor, Peoples Independent Bank.
• Mission: This event supports Second Chance Shelter, a non-profit, no-kill dog shelter.
• Need: Donations aid Second Chance in providing quality care for dogs before adoption.

🏅 Race Details

• Course: Run through the beautiful Boaz area, starting and ending at the old Boaz Recreation Center.
• Medals: Finisher medals will be given at the finish line for all participants.
• Prizes: Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each age group (male and female).
• Registration: Please register by Sunday, October 26, 2025, to guarantee a shirt and medal.

📅 Packet Pickup

• Days: Packet pickup on November 19, 20, and 21, 2025.
• Locations: Fleet Feet Huntsville and Boaz Parks & Recreation Center at 400 Elizabeth Street.
• Race Day: Pickup will be available on race day from 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM.
• Note: Race Day Packet Pickup will be at the Old Boaz Rec Center.

🏆 Course Information

• Certification: The course is certified.
• Age Groups: Categories include 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & over.
• Weather: The run will be held rain or shine, and there are no refunds.
• Contact: For more information, reach out to the Boaz Parks and Recreation Department.