The Friends of the Miami-Dade Public Library invites runners, walkers, readers, and community champions to join us for our first-ever Book-It 5k Challenge - a virtual race celebrating fitness, literacy, and the power of libraries to connect us all.
How It Works
Participation is free. All you need to do is register. You can take part solo and invite friends and family to support your run, or start/join a team to multiply your impact. Every step you take helps raise vital funds for library programs that empower our community such as free homework help and tutoring, adult literacy classes, cultural events, mobile device lending, and much more!
Participants and Teams will complete their 5k anywhere and at any time from March 1st through March 8th, 2026, logging miles in support of library programs that promote lifelong learning, early literacy, and community wellness.
- Register yourself or your team
- Invite friends and family to support your run
- Run or walk your 5K anytime between March 1-8, anywhere you choose.
- Track your miles (and feel free to run/walk more than once!), and submit them to receive your awards and prizes!
Download the race packet for detailed instructions on how to register.
Fun Awards & Prizes
We’re making it fun to fundraise and move! Participants will be recognized with awards for:
- Fastest in each category
- Most dollars raised
- Most supporters
- Biggest team
- Best social media post and photo
- Most creative route
- Best team name
Prizes include:
- Virtual meet and greet with Amby Burfoot
- $100 pizza party at Bellillo
- Pizza party for your whole team at Mister O1
- 30-minute inspirational talk for up to 20 people with Deena Kastor
- Half day in person motivational engagement with Olympic Sailor Sarah Newberry Moore.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a weekend stroller, or just someone who loves libraries, this is your chance to move for a mission. Every mile supports free, accessible learning and resources for all.
Register today and take steps to keep Miami-Dade reading and thriving! Once you finish your race on March 1-8, be sure to submit your results using the button to the right!