Blue Shoe Moves
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 3:50 AM CDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk to end prostate cancer with The Mike Slive Foundation, offering both in-person and virtual 5K and 1 Mile options.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Festive
For a CauseGreat for
- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyJoin the Blue Shoe Moves 5K and 1 Mile Walk to support The Mike Slive Foundation in their mission to end prostate cancer. This event offers both in-person participation in Homewood, AL, and a virtual option to run or walk from anywhere. Look forward to a lively atmosphere with a DJ, food, and face tattoos, celebrating community and fundraising efforts. Your participation helps fund crucial scientific breakthroughs and raises national awareness.
What to expect
- Choose between an in-person 5K or 1 Mile Walk, or participate virtually from anywhere.
- Enjoy a lively race day with a live DJ, food, and face tattoos.
- Receive a Blue Shoe Moves t-shirt to commemorate your participation.
Standout details
- Supports prostate cancer research
- In-person and virtual options
- Live DJ, food, and face tattoos
- Awards for top finishers and fundraisers
Perks & features
- After-Party
After-PartyFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Distances & registration
5 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
50 Yards
1 option · closes Jun 6, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT
1mo 4d 20h 48m leftKid's Dash
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT · From $43.40
1 Mile
2 options · closes Jun 6, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
1mo 5d 11h 47m leftWalk
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT · From $43.40
Virtual Walk
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT · From $43.40
5K
2 options · closes Jun 6, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
1mo 5d 11h 47m leftRace
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT · From $43.40
Virtual Race
Closes Jun 6, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT · From $43.40
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
12 5K finishers in 2019. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
40:02
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 29:59.
People mix
Mixed field
Gender mix needs more complete finish rows before we summarize it.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2019, this looks like a small field: 12 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 40:02. The quicker front of the field averaged about 29:59. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Birmingham, AL
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Male 99 and Under
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Male No Age Provided
Top 3 (estimated from prior results)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2019 | 12 | 40:02 | 40:39 | 29:59 | 29:22 / Not enough data |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Race Sign Up
Follow us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter @MikeSliveFdn or visit mikeslivefoundation.org to learn more.
Run/Walk In-Person
Join us on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 8am in The Battery Sports Bar parking lot in Homewood, AL.
Run/Walk Virtually
Join us virtually in a 5K race or 1 mile walk from anywhere in the world! Register by May 5th to be guaranteed your shirt arrives in time.
Show Your Support In-person and virtual race participants will receive the Blue Shoe Moves t-shirt.
Race Location & Route
T he Battery Sports Bar Parking Lot → 2823 Central Avenue Homewood, AL 35209 Race Parking - Please use street parking or the OLS Church parking lot. NO parking on Reese Street. → View Route Online → Download Race Route PDF → Packet Pickup Information
Race Day Agenda
June 6, 2026
7:00am - Onsite registration opens. Live DJ, food, face tattoos and much more! 7:45am - EW Motion Therapy warm up 7:50am - Kid's Dash Start 8:00am - 5K & 1 Mile Walk Start 9:00am - 5K Awards Ceremony
Race Awards & Ceremony For First, Second and Third Place in 5K Race (Male & Female) For Top Survivor in 5K Race For Overall First Place (Male & Female) For Individual with Most Funds Raised For Team with Most Funds Raised For Overall First Place (9 and under) For Overall First Place (10-19) For Overall First Place (20-29) For Overall First Place (30-39) For Overall First Place (40-49) For Overall First Place (50-59) For Overall First Place (60-69) For Overall First Place (70-79) For Overall First Place (80+) NOTE: Team Fundraising deadline for Team Award - Friday, June 5th at 6:00pm
Want to give to The Mike Slive Foundation?
With your help, we can generate national awareness and fund the scientific breakthroughs that will save lives and end prostate cancer.
Give Today Learn more at MikeSliveFoundation.org
Want to support your favorite Blue Shoe Mover, racer or team?
You can! Find a fundraising racer or team and make a donation on their behalf.
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