Gainesville, Florida (United States of America) - "Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Dash and Bash". Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Stadium North Lawn, 157 Gale Lemerand Dr., Gainesville, FL 32611. The event includes a 5K race around the University of Florida, passing UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, followed by a post-race bash. Along the route, partners and community members will engage participants through cheer zones. The bash, held in conjunction with the Pediatric Trauma Injury Prevention & Outreach team, celebrates National Trauma Awareness Month with entertainment, activities, and community safety partners. All participants will receive a finisher medal and t-shirt if registered by May 1. Participants are encouraged to join as fundraisers to support UF Health Shands Children's Hospital, a nonprofit that relies on community support to provide life-saving equipment, fund research, and maintain support programs. The day-of-event schedule is as follows: registration opens at 7:00 a.m., warm-up at 7:30 a.m., pre-race remarks at 7:45 a.m., race and bash begin at 8:00 a.m., awards ceremony at 8:45 a.m., and bash concludes at 12:00 p.m. Shirts are guaranteed for those registered by May 1. Awards will be given to top male, female, and non-binary participants in multiple age groups. Packet pick-up is available at UF Health Professional Park, 3300 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, FL 32608 (Room B116), on Thursday, May 15 from 10:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and Friday, May 16 from 1:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m., or on race day starting at 7:00 a.m. Day-of registration and packet pick-up run from 6:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Parking is available at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center. The chip-timed race will have live results posted online. The 5K course is 3.1 miles with some elevation changes. All runners must use the provided chip for official timing. Results will be posted online and are available on-site. Custom chips must be used; personal chips are not allowed. Only those registered by May 1 are guaranteed a t-shirt. Emergency medical professionals will be available. Dogs are not allowed, but strollers are welcome with caution. Participants are encouraged to bring water, though stations will be available. Registration is non-refundable, and no transfers are allowed. The event is rain or shine, with recommendations to dress accordingly. An awards ceremony follows the race. www.runsignup.com/Race/FL/Gainesville/ChildrensMiracleNetworkHospitalsDashBash

Sacramento, California (United States of America) - "R and B Running Series". This Mental Health Awareness Month, join us for the R and B Running Series where movement, music, and community will come together to uplift mental wellness. Whether you're walking or running, doing the 5K or pushing for the 10K, live DJs will keep your energy high from start to finish, spinning your favorite R and B jams. This is the only run where you'll want to leave your headphones at home! Tickets are available now, and all fitness levels are welcome. It's more than just a run—after the race, participants will enjoy live performances, food vendors, and a marketplace featuring local businesses and resources focused on mental health and wellness. Best of all, your participation supports a powerful cause. Proceeds help fund group therapy sessions and mental health workshops for Black and other historically marginalized communities across the region. So lace up those sneakers, feel the rhythm, and come be part of something amazing! http://go.evvnt.com/3021953-0?pid=6562

Green Bay, Wisconsin (United States of America) - "EPIC Marathon & Running Festival". Lace up your shoes, Green Bay! This thrilling event will offer heart pumping races, live entertainment, and scenic views as participants run through the neighborhoods of Ashwaubenon, Green Bay, and Allouez, along with the beautiful Brown County Parks trail system. The course is fast and flat, offering a smooth route while you take in the sights under the shadow of Lambeau Field. Plus, it's a Boston Marathon qualifier, so it's a perfect opportunity to chase that dream! Live music will be featured along the course as well as an EPIC post-race party with a live performance by Steven Adler of Guns N' Roses! Plus, a portion of the proceeds will benefit our charity partner Feeding America - Eastern Wisconsin! www.epicmarathon.com

Rochester, Minnesota (United States of America) - "Med City Marathon, Half Marathon". The Med City Marathon Half Marathon presented by Active PT starts in by the RST airport which is about 8 miles away from Rochester and is a point to point marathon. You start the day by taking a bus from downtown Rochester by the Mayo Civic Center to the airport (or drive if you like). You run on Country Club Road with the marathoners and the 20 milers for the first 6 miles. The half marathon is one of the fastest half marathons in MN and is all a flat/down hill to the finish. The race runs the zumbro river trails and treelined neighborhoods. Enjoy an epic finish right in the heart of downtown, with a closed off downtown area. Post race events with live music (free beer to 21+) and piles of restaurants and hangouts to continue your celebration after the event. The Med City Half Marathon was voted one of the top 2 half marathons in Minnesota by the 100 Half Marathons Club members previously. Don't wait for someone else to tell you about it, come and experience it for yourself :) www.medcitymarathon.com

Thurmond, West Virginia (United States of America) - "Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay". The highball was used in early railroads to signal the track was clear. When the ball was hoisted, trains were cleared to proceed! We are raising the ball on this unique 50 Mile & 50K event, encouraging athletes to proceed on this epic destination trail race adventure. Participants will run through New River Gorge National Park and finish in Thurmond, West Virginia. With a population of 5 at the 2010 census, it is the least populated railroad town in the nation. Participants in all events can choose to take the train back to the 50 Mile start line. The train leaves at 6:59pm and the last call whistle will be at 6:45pm! www.runsignup.com/Race/WV/Thurmond/Highball2Thurmond