Story By MARY BAILEY

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, fun and color for the 20th annual Race to Remember 5K and 1-Mile Family Fun Run for Shepherd’s Cove Hospice.

The free community concert will feature a glow run, fire show and tons of entertainment for the entire family.

New this year are Race Rewards discount cards, a Glow Tent, and local vendors offering delicious treats and drinks. All proceeds benefit Shepherd’s Cove Foundation, helping provide compassionate hospice care, palliative care, and grief support across our community.

“It’s rare for a fundraising event to reach a 20-year milestone,” said Emily Sims, Foundation Director at Shepherd’s Cove Foundation. “This speaks volumes about the heart of our community and their dedication to ensuring compassionate care continues for those who need it most. This year’s Race to Remember is not only a celebration of memories but a celebration of impact.”

Mackenzie Cole, Event Coordinator for Shepherd’s Cove said even if you’re not running, they would want you to come out and celebrate with them.

“There’s something for everyone, live music, great food, glow fun, and an incredible fire show to end the night. It’s going to be an exciting, feel-good evening for the whole community, and we’d love to see families, friends, and neighbors come together and make memories with us.”

Gates will be opened at 5:30 p.m.

The event will kick off with a heartwarming special lap by the Miracle League to open the evening’s races at 6:30 p.m. the 5K Run will kick-off at 7 p.m. and the one-mile fun run at 8 p.m.

Age group awards will be presented at 8:30 p.m.

The Glow Tent and Family Fun Run are made possible through a grant from the Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention in partnership with Shepherd’s Cove’s Grief Support Department.

Local vendors will be on-site offering delicious treats and drinks include:

Ellie B’s Lemonade

Just Corn

King’s Crunchies

Route 5 Coffee Company

Santa Fe Cattle Co.

And more

Race registration is $35 and includes a commemorative T-shirt and post-race meal from Santa Fe Cattle Co.

The 20th Annual Race to Remember will be held Friday, April 4 at Old Mill Park in Boaz. Register or learn more at www.racetoremember.run.