Sims Vickers Memorial Let It Shine 5K
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Let It Shine 5K (memorial)
The Let It Shine 5K takes place on 10/24/2026 at Kinnett Stadium in Columbus, Georgia. The event includes an opening ceremony, an on-site registration and check-in option on race day, and a general awards presentation afterward. The listed distance for the main event is 5K.
Online registration opens on 08/31/2026 and closes on 09/29/2026. The registration fee is $25.00. On-site registration is available on race day in addition to the prior registration window.
Proceeds support neonatal care through the Piedmont Foundation. The event specifically benefits the NICU Fund and the NICU Bereavement Fund for the Piedmont Columbus Regional - Midtown facility. That unit is described as a Level III, 46-bed neonatal intensive care unit serving the region. Organizers report that more than $25,000 was raised for local caregiving non-profits over the past two years; current efforts are focused on increasing support for the local NICU and related bereavement services.
Location details are provided as Kinnett Stadium, 7579 Raider Way #1885, Columbus, GA 31909, United States. The description focuses on the event format, registration window and fee, and the charitable purpose tied to neonatal care funds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
