Run for Rhonda

Race Info

Join Us for the 2nd Annual Run for Rhonda 5K! Lace up your sneakers and be part of a fun-filled day honoring the incredible life of Rhonda Flores. This family-friendly event, offering something for everyone, will take place on Sunday, May 3, 2026, and includes a 5K run/walk, 1-mile run/walk, and a free ¼-mile kids run just for fun. The run begins and ends near the Ingham Ship, following 3 loops of the promenade at the beautiful Truman Waterfront where there is plenty of room to move and lots for kids to enjoy at the playground and splash park.

🌟 Fiesta Fun & Costume Contest! 🌟 This year we are bringing a Costume Contest to the celebration! Let your creativity shine as you compete in the following categories: Most Edible: Showcase your love of food with a tasty-looking creation! Fiesta Upcycled: Turn everyday items into something uniquely festive. The Pinata: Go all out with colorful flair and surprises. Squad Goals: Rally your team for a show-stopping group ensemble. Stick around after the race for an exciting fiesta after-party with snacks, margaritas, and music by DJ Jimmy Jamz! All proceeds benefit Take Stock in Children-Monroe County, supporting local students in need.

Awards & Prizes

• 5K Top 3 Overall Male & Female Runners receive winner’s medals.
• 5K Top 3 Overall Male & Female Walkers receive winner's medals.
• 5K 12 & Under Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers receive winner's medals
• 1 Mile Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers receive winner's medals
• 1 Mile 12 & under Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers receive winner's medals
• Best costumes
• 50/50 raffle winner

Race Details

• Check-in: 7:00 AM
• Race Start: 8:00 AM
• 5K: 3 loops of the promenade
• 1 Mile: 1 loop of the promenade
• Chipped Timing: Live results posted immediately after the race.
• Finisher Medal: All participants will receive an official Run for Rhonda medal upon completion.
• Swag Bag: Every runner gets a drawstring bag filled with sponsor merchandise. We will have a water station available for you to fill your own bottles.

Register Early! The first 50 registrants for the 5K will receive a memorial Run for Rhonda T-shirt!

Packet Pick up

• Location: Truman Waterfront under the tent on the grassy area near the parking lot closest to the Ingham ship.
• Date & Time: Saturday May 2nd, 2pm-4pm Sunday May 3rd, 7am-7:45am

Additional Run for Rhonda T-shirts for purchase https://www.bonfire.com/run-for-rhonda-5k/

Don't miss out-sign up today and help us award the 3rd annual Rhonda Flores Memorial Scholarship to a local student! #RunForRhonda #FiestaFun

Our Mission

Last year, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, Run for Rhonda donated $25,000 to a local student through the Take Stock in Children (TSiC) program. This contribution, matched by TSiC funds, provided this Keys student with a full four-year scholarship and two years of dorm costs. Our mission is to continue Rhonda's legacy by offering another Rhonda Flores Memorial Scholarship this year, and we need your support to make this possible. We are seeking sponsors who share our commitment to making a positive impact in our community. There are several amazing sponsorship opportunities available. For more information visit http://runforrhonda.com

Sponsors

Sponsorship Opportunities We have many amazing sponsorship opportunities available. Check them out here or visit our website for all of the details. Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.

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