5th Annual Run for the Cherubs 5K Returns to St. Cloud February 7, Honoring Love, Life, and Community

ST. CLOUD, Fla. — More than a race, the 5th Annual Run for the Cherubs 5K is a powerful expression of love, remembrance, and community compassion as it returns to Lakefront Park & Marina on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Hosted by the Graham J. Cowan Foundation, the annual event brings together runners, walkers, families, and supporters from across Central Florida for a morning that honors tiny lives, supports grieving families, and helps improve care for the most vulnerable newborns.

At the heart of the Run for the Cherubs is the story of Graham John Cowan, whose brief life inspired a mission that continues to touch countless families. Graham was stillborn at 21 weeks in 2016, a loss that forever changed his family’s lives. In the midst of grief, his parents chose to transform that pain into purpose—creating the Graham J. Cowan Foundation to ensure no family facing infant loss walks alone.

What began as a way to honor their son has grown into a movement of compassion, focused on supporting bereaved families, sharing resources, and raising awareness about infant loss while also strengthening neonatal care. Through community events like the Run for the Cherubs, the Foundation keeps Graham’s memory alive by helping others heal.

That mission is felt throughout race day. Participants are not just running for personal records—they are running in memory, in support, and in solidarity with families who have experienced unimaginable loss. The event’s welcoming atmosphere embraces runners, walkers, families, and even strollers, creating a space where remembrance and hope move side by side.

Proceeds from the event benefit Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies, supporting neonatal care and services for families during their most critical moments. Each step taken along the course represents a collective effort to turn love into action and grief into meaningful impact.

While deeply rooted in purpose, the Run for the Cherubs also offers a professionally organized race experience. The 5K course is USATF certified by USA Track & Field (Course Certification #FL23056JK), ensuring a properly measured and competitive route through St. Cloud’s scenic lakefront.

Event Day Schedule

Race Registration: 7:45 a.m.
Opening Ceremonies: 8:10 a.m.
Race Start: 8:30 a.m.

Registration Fees and What’s Included

Participants may register in advance or on race day, with entry fees set as follows:

$35 – Adults (18+)
$40 – Same-day registration
$28 – Child/Youth

Each registered participant will receive an official event T-shirt and a finisher medal, symbolizing both completion of the race and support for a cause that runs far deeper than the finish line.

Awards and Participation

Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, Amazon gift cards and prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. Yet for many participants, the true reward is being part of a community united by compassion, remembrance, and shared purpose.

The Run for the Cherubs continues to stand apart as more than a 5K—it is a living tribute, a place of healing, and a reminder that even the smallest footprints can leave a lasting mark on the world.