Born to Thrive 5K and Family Fun Walk Event - Grace+Mae
About this race
Inaugural 5K for grace + mae!
Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with friends, or simply showing your support, this event is for YOU! Every step taken helps Grace + Mae, a nonprofit organization in Stephens County of Oklahoma, continue serving children with special needs and the families who love them.
This isn't just a race—it's an opportunity for our community to come together, make a difference, and help build a place where every family feels seen, supported, and connected.
✨ Run. Walk. Cheer. Give back.
✨ All ages and fitness levels are welcome.
Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and help us make history at Grace + Mae's very first 5K! 🌿
Options to participate include timed 5K, 1-mile Family Fun Run, 100-yard Kid Dash, Bubble Lap, and school registration for 5K.
There will also be a Family Fun Zone.
Whether you run, walk, stroll, or cheer from the sidelines - ther's a place for everyone.
Join fellow runners on September 12, 2026 for the Born to Thrive 5K and Family Fun Walk Event - Grace+Mae. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K, 100-Yard Kids' Dash, Bubble Lap featuring a flat and fast course in Marlow.
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Running
5K
5K Run Challenge yourself while making a difference! The Grace + Mae Benefit 5K is open to runners and walkers of all experience levels. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the morning with friends and family, every step supports children with special needs and their families. This is a chip-timed event, with awards presented to the Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers in each age division. Lace up, join the community, and help us create a lasting impact—one mile at a time. Route marked and lead car Age divisions by gender: 0-8, 9-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-65, 66+
1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk
Fun run/walk - noncompetitive event designed for everyone! Whether you choose to walk, run, stroll, dance, or cheer one another on, this event is all about spending time together while supporting a mission. Bring the whole family - all ages and abilities are welcome. Strollers, wheelchairs, wagons, and walking buddies are encouraged. No timing, no pressure - just fun. Marked for ease of knowing when to turn around. Sport your colors or family/friend you are supporting.
100-Yard Kids' Dash
Big fun for little feet! The 100-Yard Kids' Dash is a short, exciting race designed just for children. Whether they run, walk, skip, or sprint to the finish line, every participant is encouraged to join the fun and celebrate their accomplishment. This untimed event is all about smiles, confidence, and making memories. Every child will receive a finisher's medal.
Bubble Lap
Bubble Run The Bubble Run is a short, fun-filled lap created with inclusion in mind. Participants can walk, run, roll, or stroll through a course surrounded by bubbles, cheers, and smiles. Designed especially for children and individuals with special needs, this untimed event celebrates participation, joy, and community in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Everyone is encouraged to move at their own pace, cross the finish line with pride, and enjoy the fun. Every participant will receive a finisher's medal.
5K School Registration - Team Only
Discounted rated for team registration. Description as is for regular 5K.
Virtual 5K
Virtual 5K Can't join us on race day? You can still be part of the Grace + Mae Benefit 5K from wherever you are! Complete your 5K at your own pace—run, walk, hike, or roll—on a course of your choice during the event weekend. Whether you're supporting from across town or across the country, your participation helps further Grace + Mae's mission of serving children with special needs and their families. No matter where you cross your finish line, you're making a difference with every step.
About Marlow
Born to Thrive 5K and Family Fun Walk Event - Grace+Mae takes place in Marlow, Oklahoma, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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