IT’S A GREAT DAY FOR A 5K — AND FOR LOCAL CHARITIES! 19TH ANNUAL ROONEY’S 5K RUN/WALK
Saturday, April 4, 2026 | PBKC – Palm Beach Kennel Club
West Palm Beach, FL — Lace up your sneakers and bring your appetite! The 19th Annual Rooney’s Golf Foundation 5K Run/Walk returns on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at PBKC – Palm Beach Kennel Club, promising a high-energy morning of fitness, food, and philanthropy. This certified 5K course kicks off at PBKC (1111 N. Congress Ave., WPB, FL 33409) and winds through the historic Westgate/Belvedere Homes neighborhood and the scenic Dennis P. Koehler Preserve. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or strolling with friends and family, this event truly is for every runner.
🎉 Run. Celebrate. Give Back. Proceeds from the event will benefit four impactful local organizations: Connections, Palm Beach County PAL, Potentia Academy, Westgate/Belvedere Homes CRA
Your participation directly supports programs that strengthen youth, families, education, and community development throughout Palm Beach County.
🥞 Let’s Eat! After crossing the finish line, runners and walkers will enjoy an amazing breakfast buffet featuring the crowd-favorite Signature Rooney’s French Toast — plus, celebrate your accomplishment with a complimentary beer (21+). Awards and prizes will be presented during breakfast festivities. The first 400 participants receive a commemorative Rooney’s 5K T-shirt and medal — and all participants receive a T-shirt, medal, goodie bag, breakfast, and eligibility for awards.
👟 Event Details
📍 Where: PBKC – Palm Beach Kennel Club, 1111 N. Congress Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33409
📅 When: Saturday, April 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 AM – Registration Opens / 7:30 AM – 5K Run/Walk Begins
👨👩👧👦 Other Activities: Kids 1-Mile Fun Run, Opening Ceremony & National Anthem, Awards & Prize Presentation
💲 Entry Fees: $45–$60 Pre-Registration, $65 Race Day, $25 Westgate Residents, Military, Veterans & First Responders, $20 Students, $10 Kids Fun Run
Register online at: https://runsignup.com/Rooneys5K
To volunteer: https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/FL/WestPalmBeach/11Rooneys5K
Race info: RooneysGolfFoundation.org 561-683-2222, ext. 140
Media Contact: Theresa Hume, thume@pbkennelclub.com, 561-683-2222, ext. 120
⛳ About Rooney’s Golf Foundation
The Rooney’s Golf Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has donated over $1.5 million to Palm Beach County charities since 2002. Funds are raised through signature events including the annual charity golf tournament, 5K Run/Walk, poker tournament, Overcomer Breakfast, Bowling Bash, and Armed Forces Appreciation Luncheon.
📅 Upcoming Events: 24th Annual RGF Charity Golf Tournament – October 2026, Armed Forces Appreciation Luncheon – December 2026
Mark your calendar for April 4, 2026 — and get ready to run, cheer, eat, and make a difference!
