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13TH ANNUAL CAHABA MEDICAL CARE 5K
SATURDAY, JULY 11TH @ 7PM
195 HOSPITAL DRIVE | CENTREVILLE, AL
Join us for the 13th Annual Cahaba Medical Care 5K—formerly known as the Watermelon Run / Rockets & Rapids 5K—on Saturday, July 11th in Centreville, Alabama!
This annual tradition brings our community together for something bigger than a race. It’s a chance to move with purpose, to show up for one another, and to support the health and well-being of families across the communities we serve.
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, every step you take helps make care more accessible—and more complete—for those who need it most.
ABOUT THE 5K
The Cahaba Medical Care 5K welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you're chasing a personal best, competing for an age group award, or completing your very first race, there’s a place for you here.
** New this year! **
We’re offering a Fun Run/Walk option for anyone who wants to join the fun without the pressure of being timed. It’s perfect for families, beginners, or anyone just looking to enjoy the experience. Fun Walk Registration is just $20 and includes a meal and a race shirt!
The course begins and ends at the Cahaba Medical Care Community Center, crossing the beautiful Cahaba River twice and winding through scenic views and historic uptown Centreville. Along the way, you’ll find hydration stations to help you beat the summer heat.
After you cross the finish line, stick around for:
Ice-cold watermelon slices
A delicious post-race meal
Celebration on the Green festivities with vendors and activities
A spectacular Independence Day fireworks show at 9PM
The Cahaba Medical Care 5K is now a USA Track & Field Certified Course!
USATF Track ID: AL22021JE
**Make sure to take advantage of our Early Bird Registration - only $30 if you register by May 31st!
THE NEED WE’RE RUNNING TOWARD
You can’t be healthy if you’re hungry.
This year, the Cahaba 5K is raising money, food, and awareness to support our food pantries and nutrition programs across both rural and urban communities—because access to food is essential to health.
FOOD IS GOOD MEDICINE
Food insecurity isn’t abstract. It shows up in exam rooms every single day:
Parents skipping meals so their kids can eat
Children not getting enough nutrition to grow and learn
Patients struggling to manage chronic illness without reliable access to food
Families forced to choose between groceries and medication
That’s why Cahaba has made food access part of healthcare itself.
WHERE YOUR SUPPORT GOES
Every registration, donation, and food item collected helps support:
Food pantries serving local neighborhoods
Mobile food programs reaching families in rural areas
Registered dietitians working directly with patients in clinic settings
Nutrition support integrated into primary care
This is what we mean when we say food is medicine—not just an idea, but something we practice every day.
THE FOOD DRIVE
We believe fresh food matters. We also believe no family should go without food.
That’s why this year’s 5K will also include a food drive for canned and shelf-stable items. Because for many families:
Calories matter
Protein matters
Consistency matters
Having something to eat matters
Every item donated helps fill a gap. Every box helps stabilize a household.
2025 5K RECAP
Click the button below to view the full list of 2025 race results,
including overall winners and age group champions!
Thanks to our runners, volunteers, sponsors & supporters!
Your participation and generosity helped make the 2024 Cahaba Medical Care 5K our biggest and best race yet! Your contributions will make a significant impact in providing essential healthcare services to those in need. If you would like to continue supporting our mission, you can make a donation at the link below.
THANKS TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS!
WATER STATION SPONSORS:
Brent Civitan Club
Hull &. Associates / Oakbridge Insurance
Town of Woodstock
First U.S. Bank
HALF-MILE SPONSORS:
Helmets for Christ
Renew Physical Therapy
IN-KIND & OTHER SPONSORS:
Claire Realty
Piggly Wiggly
Food Outlet
South’s Finest Meats
