Heat the Streets Run & Walk
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Event overview
Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Aksarben Village, Omaha, NE (1911 S. 67th St., Zone 6). The event is in its 19th year and offers in-person and virtual participation options. In-person options include timed road races and an untimed walk. Vendors will be on site and nearby Inner Rail and Aksarben Village businesses will be open to attendees. Registrations are non-refundable. Strollers are welcome. Pets and service dogs are allowed and must follow city leash ordinances.
- 10K - timed
- 5K - timed
- 2-mile - untimed walk
- Virtual - run or walk option (no swag or awards)
Awards are given to the overall first-place male and female in the 5K and 10K. Age-group awards for the timed 5K and 10K are offered for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female in these divisions: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Charity and organization
Since 2007, Metropolitan Utilities District and Omaha Public Power District have hosted the event to raise funds for local utility assistance. Funds are administered by Dollar Energy Fund and distributed between M.U.D.’s Home Fund and OPPD’s Energy Assistance Program to assist customers in Burt, Cass, Colfax, Dodge, Douglas, Johnson, Nemaha, Otoe, Pawnee, Richardson, Sarpy, Saunders and Washington counties. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
