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Race Information

Registration

Registration is open to every one – of all ages and abilities – is invited to participate! From brand-new runners to experienced 5K participants and everyone in between.

Deadline - Sunday, October 25.


Donation

• J$1,500 / US$20 per person

Entries are neither refundable nor transferable, and name changes are not allowed.


Online Registration

Persons located in Jamaica REGISTER NOW

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Persons NOT located in Jamaica INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTS ONLY REGISTER NOW

Manual Registration - Available only to persons and teams located in Jamaica


Download and complete the Entry Form - ensure ALL fields are properly filled out. Then, submit with payment at any of the following Digicel retail store locations:

To register a Corporate Team, please complete the Team Registration Form and email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

FAQs

What is a virtual run?
A virtual run allows participants to complete the race at their convenience - anytime and anywhere. You may run or walk the race distance at your own pace. You choose your own race day during the race period, your own starting time and your own course, whether it’s in your community, on a treadmill or at a park.

How does the Digicel Virtual 5K Run for Special Needs work?
Register and pay online by October 25. Once your registration is processed (but not before October 1), you’ll receive an email with your personalized virtual bib along with a Digicel 5K D’Music playlist. Then, simply complete the 5K distance any day and anywhere during the race period of October 1 - 31. Remember to record your time, then submit it using the results submission link provided in your registration e-package. Look out for your finisher certificate, signed by Jamaican Olympians and Digicel ambassadors: Usain Bolt, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Briana Williams. Participants will also receive a commemorative finisher medal, which will be mailed 3 - 6 weeks post-race. Make sure to follow us on social media to receive training tips, to learn about our beneficiaries, and more.

Who can register?
Every one – of all ages and abilities – is invited to participate! From brand-new runners to experienced 5K participants and everyone in between, so sign up the whole family and be active together while supporting a noble cause. Of course, please gauge your fitness level to ensure that you are able to complete the distance. Participants take part in the virtual run on their own responsibility (or on the responsibility of a parent/guardian in the case of a minor).

What do I get for registering?
As a registered participant who pay the donation fee, you will receive a downloadable race bib, a downloadable finisher certificate, a commemorative finisher medal along with a Digicel 5K D’Music playlist to keep you moving and grooving as you prepare for your 5K run, walk or wheel. Most importantly, you will be making a positive impact on the lives of people with Special Needs.

Are manual registrations accepted?
No manual entries will be accepted. If you do not have access to a credit card or a bank card with credit card features, we suggest you sign up for the Sagicor Bank MyCash MasterCard which can be used to pay for your online registration. Visit www.mycashjamaica.com or contact (888) 724-4267 for more information.

I am not a runner, can walkers participate?
Of course! We love our walkers, and we welcome anyone who wants to join in supporting our Special Needs community while staying healthy and fit.

I have a disability, how can I participate?
The Digicel 5K welcomes persons of all abilities – run, walk, or wheel with us all October. We encourage you, your friends, family members and Special Needs organisations to participate.

Will I get a shirt?
We are not providing a shirt this year.

Where can I run my virtual race?
You can complete the race anywhere that’s convenient to you during the month of October; whether it’s a 5K course in your community, on a treadmill at the gym, at a park, or at a track. You choose your own route for the virtual event. There are many apps you can download on your smartphone to map out a 5K route. If you don’t have a route in mind and you’re in Jamaica, visit our website for suggested routes you can choose from. Whatever route you decide, we ask that you stay safe and healthy when you do your virtual race. Do remember to follow all safety measures and ordinances laid out by the government regarding COVID-19.

How do I track my distance and record my time?
There are many apps you can download on your smartphone for free to track your distance and time. You can also use other smart devices that are available to you. After registering, you will receive an email with a unique link to submit your time. Please do not share the link with anyone. At the end of the race period, all results will be listed on our website for public viewing. We ask all participants to uphold the spirit of honest racing by running the full 5K distance and reporting their accurate time.

Can I run the distance across multiple days?
We encourage you to run the 5K distance (3.1 miles) in one day and at one time just like you would if participating in the physical event. As you join in on the virtual run, we encourage you to stay safe and healthy when you do your virtual race.

Will there be awards for the virtual run?
We will not be offering awards or prizes for this year’s Digicel 5K.

Should I capture my virtual run with pictures and videos?
Yes! Inspire others by letting them know why you are supporting Special Needs by sharing your post-race pictures and videos on our social media platforms using the hashtags #Digicel5K, #ICanForSpecialNeeds and tagging @DigicelJamaica.

I am not located in Jamaica, can I still participate?
Absolutely! A virtual run is the perfect opportunity to join in and contribute to the cause!

How can I make a donation if I do not want to participate in the virtual run?
You can donate by texting “I Can For Special Needs” to (876) 444-2498; each message cost J$50. This service is limited to Jamaica only. You can also donate via Paymaster Jamaica – www.paymaster-online.com. Please encourage family and friends to donate and support the mission of the Digicel Jamaica Foundation to empower our Special Needs community.

How does my registration fee make an impact?
Your contribution from this virtual 5K is critical in our mission to continue empowering and enabling persons with disabilities. The Digicel Jamaica Foundation will donate all proceeds to five Special Needs organisations across Jamaica, impacting persons with different disabilities and of different ages.

Suggested Routes

Kingston & St. Andrew


Kingston Waterfront (Digicel 5K)

Start at the Digicel headquarters on 14 Ocean Boulevard, Kingston. Then proceed west along Ocean Boulevard, then left onto Port Royal Street, around the bend onto Water Lane, right onto Pechon Street, then left onto Harbour Street, left onto King Street, right onto South Parade, right onto Church Street, then left onto Harbour Street, proceed easterly along Harbour Street across to Lower South Camp Road around the Norman Manley Boulevard round-a-bout then right onto Port Royal Street, finishing at the intersection of Princess Street and Port Royal Street.


Emancipation Park, New Kingston

Jogging track (500m) - 10 laps is equals 5,000m or 5K.


New Kingston

Start on Oxford Road outside Emancipation Park, then proceed northerly along Oxford Road, left onto Belmont Road, left onto Trafalgar Road, left onto St. Lucia Avenue, right onto Trinidad Terrace, right onto Knutsford Boulevard, left onto Trafalgar Road, left onto Ruthven Road, then left onto Half Way Tree Road to finish on Oxford Road.


Norbrook

Start on Constant Spring Road outside Digicel dealer store at the Upper Manor Park Plaza, then left onto Olivier Road, left onto Norbrook Road, onto Norbrook Drive, back onto Constant Spring Road to finish where you start.


UWI Mona Campus

Start on Ring Road, then right onto Gibraltar Hall Road, left onto Castries, right onto Gibraltar Camp Road, left onto Shed Lane, right onto Ring Road. Repeat for full 5K distance.


Palisadoes

Out and back course along Palisadoes, Norman Manley Highway.