StMU 5K for the Neighborhood
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St. Mary’s University 5K for the Neighborhood
The StMU 5K for the Neighborhood is an annual five kilometer race and community event held on the St. Mary’s University campus each October. The event brings together students, alumni, faculty, staff and local community members to run or walk on campus and to gather afterward for food, music and fellowship.
Proceeds benefit Holy Rosary Catholic Church, which is adjacent to the university. Past beneficiaries have included the United Way, the Neighborhood Place and the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Funds from previous 5Ks have supported family assistance programs and parenting education services for nearby neighborhoods with limited resources.
The event includes a post race festival called Rattlerpalooza with live music and food trucks. Attendees with a St. Mary’s ID receive a food voucher. Those without a St. Mary’s ID may obtain a food voucher on site for a small fee. Registration options for 2026 list pricing categories for adults, students and children; a child participant option is available at no cost when the child is accompanied by a parent or guardian. The Restin’ Rattler option allows supporters to contribute to the cause without participating in the run.
Sponsors for recent events have included the St. Mary’s University Alumni Association, Aramark and Multicopy Printing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
