Magnolia Springs, Ala. — (OBA) — The annual Magnolia Run will return to Magnolia Springs in November. The popular community race takes runners through some of Baldwin County's most beautiful scenery. This year's event will raise money for a local group that helps homeless people. Race organizers expect hundreds of participants for the event.

The race happens on Saturday, November 8, starting at 8:00 AM. Baldwin County Sewer Service presents the 2025 Magnolia Run. The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce hosts the event each year.

Three different races give options for all fitness levels. Runners can choose the 5K Run, 5K Walk, or 1 Mile Fun Run. The 5K course has official certification from USA Track and Field. The race starts and ends in front of Jesse's Restaurant located at 14770 Oak Street.

Island Air Conditioning & Heating sponsors the event along with Flock Sports & Social Experience. The course winds through historic Magnolia Springs under tall oak trees. Runners will pass beautiful old homes during the race.

Participants need to pick up their race packets ahead of time. Packet pickup happens on Saturday, November 1, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Runners can get their materials at the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce located at: 200 N Alston St., Foley, AL 36535. 

Professional chip timing tracks each runner's performance during the race. The South Baldwin Chamber Foundation provides the timing equipment. Awards go to the top three finishers in each age group for men and women.

A post-race party awaits all participants after they finish. Jesse's Restaurant will serve their famous red beans and rice. The celebration also includes live music, fresh fruit, snacks, water, and beer for adults.

The Magnolia Run supports a different local charity each year. This year's chosen nonprofit is the Sea Glass Initiative. The group works to help homeless people throughout Baldwin County.

Part of every registration fee goes directly to the Sea Glass Initiative. The money helps fund their programs for people without homes. Race organizers want to give back to the community through the event.

Race t-shirts come guaranteed for early registrants. The first 250 people who sign up will get an official race shirt. Organizers encourage people to register soon to secure their spot.

People can register online at the official race website. Runners should sign up quickly to guarantee their race shirt and support the local cause.