Virtual 5k FAQs

FAQs

Virtual Race Dates: October 6 - 12, 2024

Q1. What is a virtual 5k?

A virtual 5k is a race where you choose where and when to participate. You can run or walk 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) at a location of your choice.

Q2. Where do I run it? How do I find my Route?

That is up to you! Popular locations include: around the neighborhood, at parks, on walking trails, or you can pick a significant location. You can even run/walk on your treadmill! Your church group may opt to walk around the church building, your office team may opt to walk around the business park. All you have to do is make sure you can cover 5 kilometers (3.1 Miles).

Q3. How do I time myself? How do I know how far I have gone?

We recommend using an app such as Map My Run, Runkeeper, RunTracker or other mapping apps to plan your route ahead of time to make sure you cover 5 Kilometers (3.1 miles). You can also use a device such as a smart watch.

Q4. Do I have to time myself?

Reporting a race time is not required.

Q5. How do I enter/share my results?

From October 6 to October 12, we will be accepting race times at here: Submit Your Time.

Q6. Do I have to run?

We appreciate you raising your feet to raise hope for families, any way that you prefer! Please complete the 5k how you would like, no running or walking required.

Q7. When is the race?

You have 7 days to complete your virtual 5k. The virtual Red Shoe 5k kicks off on Sunday, October 6, 2024 and you have until 11:59 PM EST on Saturday October 12, 2024 to complete it. You can participate any time of the day you prefer – this is your chance to schedule it around your time and the weather!

Q8. Can I still have a team?

You can have an even bigger team with a virtual race! Invite friends, family, and your entire network across the world to join your team. You don’t have to be physically together to be a team, just registered as one.

Q9. Will I still get a shirt?

Yes, If you opt in for a shirt upon registration you will have a shirt mailed to you. Those who register after August 30 will receive their shirt after the race.

Q10. Will there still be prizes given out? / How do I compete to get a prize?

Only those who run or walk the 5k in person will be considered for a prize in their age category.

Questions?

Thank you!