John Wesley Holt Legacy Race
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John Wesley Holt Legacy Race
The John Wesley Holt Legacy Race takes place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at St. Luke's Episcopal School, 1400 S. University Blvd., Mobile, AL 36609. The event includes multiple distance options and both running and walking are allowed. Distances offered:
- 5K Run
- Fun Run
- SL Soccer 5K (sign up only)
Purpose and event details
Proceeds support the John Wesley Holt Scholarship Fund, which provides an annual scholarship to a St. Luke's senior. The event includes a 5K course and a Fun Run beginning and ending at St. Luke's. Packet pick-up and registration the day before are at St. Luke's Student Services. Pre-registration ends Wednesday, February 5 at midnight; only those pre-registered by January 9 are guaranteed a t-shirt. In-person race day registration is available at an increased cost.
Awards for the 5K include top male and female overall, adult awards for ages 15 to 75+ (top three in 5-year age groups), and children awards for top three males and females in age groups 4 & under, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, and 13-14. Race-day activities include inflatables, face painting, appearances by cheerleaders, food trucks, and a car wash; proceeds from the car wash and a portion of food truck sales will go to the John Wesley Holt Foundation. The event will take place rain or shine; entry fees are not refundable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.