Martin County Healthy Start's Remembrance Walk & 5K Run For Babies Gone Too Soon - Saturday, October 18th - 7:30AM - Memorial Park

Lace up for a meaningful morning at Martin County Healthy Start's Remembrance Walk & 5K Run For Babies Gone Too Soon, taking place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in picturesque Stuart, FL. This poignant event offers participants the choice of a timed 5K run or a heartfelt 1-mile remembrance walk, uniting the community to honor the memory of babies who have left us too soon. The flat, accurately measured 5K course winds through the beautiful streets of Downtown Stuart on a road surface, starting and finishing at the iconic bandshell in Veterans Memorial Park.

Runners and walkers will find the start/finish area bustling, with check-in beginning at 6:30 AM before the 5K race kicks off at 7:30 AM. Typical race day conditions in mid-October in Stuart often bring comfortable lows around 72F and highs nearing 85F, with a 17% chance of precipitation, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for participants. As a unique aspect, the first 150 individuals to register are guaranteed a commemorative race shirt and a medal, adding a special touch to this impactful event.

Beyond the physical challenge, this race is a powerful expression of support for the Martin County Healthy Start Coalition, a non-profit dedicated to providing vital resources and education to pregnant women, infants, and their families. Following your run or walk, stay to enjoy the post-race festivities, which typically include music, food, and fun, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.