Welcome Home 5k Run/Walk 2026

Welcome Home 5k Run/Walk 2026

This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medal with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details and to register for the Run the 502.

Founded in 1880, Home of the Innocents enriches the lives of children and families with hope, health, and happiness. Programs include residential and community-based behavioral health services, therapeutic foster care and adoption services, and long-term skilled nursing care for children, teens, and young adults with medical complexities. The Home operates a variety of services to the public such as an aquatic therapy center, parent education classes, custody exchanges, and a pharmacy. Together these programs impact the lives of nearly 4,000 children, adults, and families each year.

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

• $29.07 Early Bird Now registering Feb 6 – May 31
• $34.46 Jun 1 – Aug 31
• $39.85 Sep 1 – Oct 2
• $45.25 Oct 2 – Oct 3

Virtual Race Information

A virtual race can be completed on your own, at your own location. You will then be able to submit your virtual results from Thursday, October 1st until midnight, Sunday, October 4th. On Monday, October 5th you'll be able to download your Finisher Certificate and see your rankings. Instructions on how to submit your time will be sent Wednesday, September 30th.

• $29.07 Early Bird Now registering Feb 6 – May 31
• $34.46 Jun 1 – Aug 31
• $39.85 Sep 1 – Oct 2
• $45.25 Oct 2 – Oct 3

Course Map Pending approval

Awards TBD

Sponsors TBD

Contact information

Event contact Camille Estes

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