Heart & Sole: The Rowan Jo 5K
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About the race
The second annual Heart & Sole 5K takes place on February 13, 2027, at Black Creek Park, 749 Yarbrough Rd, Fultondale, AL 35068. The event is held in memory of a child who died in January 2025 from a congenital heart defect. All proceeds benefit The Rowan Jo Foundation.
Distances offered:
- 5K in-person run/walk and virtual options
- 1K kids lap run/walk
The Rowan Jo Foundation provides scholarships for people affected by congenital heart defects, covering tuition, books, housing, and other qualified educational expenses. The foundation also supports hospitals and medical institutions that provide care for congenital heart defects and aims to advance early detection and improve surgical outcomes.
On-site offerings include food trucks, music, and activities for all ages, with an emphasis on community and remembrance. Awards are given for the 5K to the top three overall male and female finishers among runners who paid for chip timing. The 1K awards finisher medals. Virtual participants do not qualify for medal awards and are not chip timed.
Registration opens August 10, 2026. In-person registration prices increase monthly. Registration options and fees listed by the organizer include a $35 in-person 5K, a $20 kids 1K, a $50 virtual 5K with a swag bag (shipping included), and a $15 virtual 5K without swag. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
