Forging Families 10K
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Event overview
The 7th Annual Forging Families 5K/10K and 1 Mile Fun Run is scheduled for January 10, 2026 in Columbiana, Alabama. The race begins and ends at the Shelby County Arts Council, Old Mill Square, 105 West College Street. Event options listed by the organizers include:
- 10K
- 5K
- 1 Mile Fun Run
- Sleep In Special
The event supports Sacred Selections, a not-for-profit that assists families with adoption. Organizers state that all proceeds will be donated to Sacred Selections. Recent totals posted by the event show a single-year donation of $11,308.30 and more than $66,000 raised for the cause since the event began.
Course, registration and awards
The 5K and 10K courses are USATF certified (USATF #AL19060JE and USATF #AL21027JE). The 10K is a double-loop course; the 1-mile fun run is not certified. The Shelby County Arts Council location offers parking and green space, and the City of Columbiana provides access to the Grande Hall for indoor space before and after the event. Awards will be given for first through third place in male and female age categories: 1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Organizers list early bird pricing and registration deadlines; a deadline for guaranteed race shirts is December 12, 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.