Start or keep a Mother’s Day tradition!

The 14th annual Mother-Lovin’ 5K Run/Walk (ML5K) will take place:
Sunday, May 10, 2026
In Person: Orenda Pavilion - Saratoga Spa State Park Saratoga Springs, New York
Virtually: From anywhere
Run/walk starts at 9:15 AM

Your support brings joy to the lives of children in New York’s Capital Region affected by life-threatening illness or other forms of adversity. More than 1,000 participants are expected to continue this beloved Mother’s Day tradition in the Saratoga Spa State Park and we hope you’ll be among them.

Register Today!

Register to be part of the area’s premier 5K to support the Kelly’s Angels mission to help children who have lost a parent or sibling to cancer or other illness, or who are battling a life-threatening condition. Your participation brings joy to the lives of those who have endured or are going through challenging times.

 
 
 
 

And new this year, you have added incentive to join us—our friends at Hoffman Car Wash are giving away a free car wash to all registered adults!

Registration:

  • Now through May 9: $40

  • Day of Registration (Sunday, May 10th): $45

    Included T-shirts are guaranteed for the first 1,000 who sign up by April 21st

    Individuals, families, and teams are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible.
    Online registration continues through May 9th.
    This year we will again offer a virtual run/walk, where participants can support our cause from afar. (Virtual participants do not receive t-shirts)

Register

Race Day Itinerary

  • The activities on Mother's Day step off at 8:45 a.m. with a free Kids’ Fun Run in which children ages 9 and under race toward the finish line with moms and dads rooting them on or running alongside.

  • The Mother-Lovin’ 5K begins at 9:15 a.m.

  • Join us before the 5k for an auction of great prizes such as restaurant gift certificates, wine, fitness and beauty baskets, and gifts for kids.

  • As in past years, there will be complimentary treats and goodies from businesses who are longtime supporters of Kelly’s Angels.

  • Awards will be given to the top finishers across 8 age groups.

  • Those participating in person can pick up their registration packets in advance on Saturday, May 9th, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Spa State Park’s Orenda Pavilion.

  • Day-of-race registration and packet pickup begins at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, May 10th at Orenda Pavilion.

5K Course Map

Become a Sponsor

Make an even bigger impact! We’re seeking sponsors to support this great event and cause. Sponsorship opportunities offer valuable exposure while directly benefiting local children facing loss and grief. For more information, please email KellysAngelsInc@gmail.com.