
5th Annual Run With Meb!
About This Event
***5th Annual ******Run With Meb!
Benefiting the MEB Foundation 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile Fun Run
***Sat. March 13, 2027
*****7 am Race Day Pick Up Opens ****at Al Lopez Park, *****Shelter 315
8 am 10K Start 8:05 am 5K Start 8:15 am 1 Mile Start ******Al Lopez Park ******4810 N. Himes Ave., Tampa, FL ***
**In-person 10K & 5K participants receive ****a gender specific shirt (if registered by 3/1/27),
a chip timed bib, a custom finisher medal and the opportunity to run with Meb!**
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Awards presented in the 10K & 5K as follows:**
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Overall Male & Female (10K & 5K) Overall Youth 9 and Under Male & Female (5K)**
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1st Place Male & Female in 5-year age groups from 10 to 80+ (10K & 5K)**
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**Shirts and/or bibs not picked up prior to the race start, or finisher medals not picked up at the finish line will not be mailed or made available for pick up after the race.
Transfers to the virtual event cannot be completed after March 11, 2027. **
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There is no charge for parking at Al Lopez Park!
****The mission of The MEB Foundation is to promote youth health, education, and fitness in the US and abroad. Our mission is fulfilled by being a leader and collaborator in these areas, and support programs and events that:
Empower youth and their families to Maintain Excellent BalanceProvide the tools and resources to lead healthy lifestylesEngage youth in academics, in and out of school hoursProvide opportunities for youth to play and learn positive life skills through involvement in sportsEngage entire communities in promoting youth health, education, and fitness
**Since 2010, the MEB Foundation has been a leader in providing resources to those in need, focusing our efforts to support youth health, education, & fitness initiatives including providing 70,000+ pairs of shoes to individuals & communities in need. **
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