Run for a Reason - Downtown
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Event overview
The Angel Kids Foundation Run for a Reason is scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Ed Austin Regional Park in Jacksonville, Florida (11751 McCormick Rd, 32225). The event includes multiple race distances and is organized to benefit the Angel Kids Foundation. Registration opens December 4, 2025.
Distances and entry fees
- 5K - $20
- 10K - $20
- Youth 1 Mile Fun Run - $10
Course and timing
The 5K is an out-and-back run along the Ed Austin walkway with the start and finish near the football field. The 10K is a two-lap version of the 5K course. Runners will be self-seeded and begin from the start/finish arch. The event will be professionally chip timed by Second Wind Race Timing. Overall awards for the 5K and 10K are determined by gun time; age group awards are based on chip time.
Awards and results
Overall winners are recognized for men and women in the 5K and 10K. Age group award certificates will be emailed to finishers in these categories: 11 & under; 12-13; 14-15; 16-18; 19-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
