Monkey Run to benefit Camp Smile-A-Mile

Monkeys will be on the run on Saturday, Sept. 19. That morning Camp Smile-A-Mile is holding the Monkey C Monkey Run 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run at Homewood Central Park to benefit its programs for children with cancer.

Camp Smile-A-Mile’s mission is to provide year-round challenging, unforgettable recreational and educational experiences for young cancer patients, their families and young adult survivors from Alabama at no cost. The camp decided to hold the monkey run during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 

Registration is $25 for the 5K and $15 for the Fun Run through Sept. 5.

Packet pickup and late registration will be at Trak Shak in Homewood Sept. 17 and 18, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

The 5K will start at 8 a.m., and day-of registration will be open at the park from 6:30-7:45 a.m. The Fun Run starts at 9 a.m., and awards will be given at 9:45 a.m.

Participants are encouraged to join in awards, entertainment and refreshments at Homewood Central Park following the race.

To register online, visit campsam.org or runsignup.com/Race/AL/Homewood/MonkeyCMonkeyRun5k.