Care where it counts
Helping provide food and veterinary support for stray animals in our community.
2nd annual Romero Animal Foundation 5K
Run for
their lives.
Run, walk, and rally for animals in need. Every step through Zoo Miami helps build a kinder future for animals across Miami-Dade.
Sunday
JAN 242027
8:00 AM · Zoo Miami
Date
January 24, 2027
Start
8:00 AM
Place
Zoo Miami
Distance
5K Run / Walk
Our mission
Local care. Lasting change.
Compassion,
put to work.
Romero Animal Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) dedicated to caring for stray animals in Miami-Dade County. We provide food and veterinary care while financially assisting local rescues with TNR and adoption efforts.
Stronger rescue partners
Financially assisting local organizations doing hands-on rescue work every day.
More paths home
Supporting TNR and adoption efforts that create safer, healthier futures.
Race day
One morning.
One meaningful 5K.
Move at your pace through a scenic Zoo Miami course, meet local rescue animals, and cross a finish line that means more.
Sunday schedule
Add to calendarJanuary 24, 2027
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Packet pickup opensOpen until 7:45 AM
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Pre-race announcementsNational Anthem at 7:50 AM
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5K run / walk startsRun for their lives
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Rescue animal adoptionsContinue until 10:00 AM
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5K awardsOverall and age-group winners
Finisher medal for every participant
Awards for overall and age-group winners
Adoptable animals and a finish-line celebration
Claim your spot
Registration, current pricing, and availability are securely managed by Haku.
250+
runners, walkers, volunteers, and animal lovers came together in 2026.
Your impact
The finish line is
only the beginning
Proceeds from the Romero Animal Foundation 5K support practical, local work that improves the lives of animals across Miami-Dade County.
Veterinary care
Helping animals receive critical medical attention.
Food programs
Supporting access to consistent, nourishing food.
Rescue & TNR
Backing local rescue and spay-neuter initiatives.
Adoption
Helping more animals find safe, loving homes.
Keep moving the mission
Not running?
You can still help.
Your gift helps strengthen care for stray and rescued animals throughout our community.