Strength. Endurance. Purpose.
The Purple Iron 5K, presented by the Sigma Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., is more than a race—it is a movement with purpose.
Founded in 1939, Sigma Alpha is South Florida’s oldest chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. For more than eight decades, the chapter has remained committed to service, education, uplift, and strengthening the communities of South Florida. The Purple Iron 5K continues that proud legacy by bringing our community together around three important pillars:
SCHOLARSHIPS — Empowering Students
Investing in brighter futures by supporting scholarship opportunities that help deserving students pursue their educational goals and reach their full potential.
AWARENESS — Fighting Alzheimer’s
Raising awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, while promoting education, understanding, and support for individuals, families, and caregivers impacted by these conditions.
COMMUNITY — Moving Forward Together
Bringing families, friends, organizations, businesses, and neighbors together to promote health, wellness, fellowship, and a stronger South Florida community.
The name Purple Iron represents strength, endurance, and perseverance—qualities demonstrated by every runner and walker, by students working toward their dreams, and by families navigating the challenges of Alzheimer’s and dementia.
For generations, the men of Sigma Alpha have worked to make a difference through service. With the Purple Iron 5K, we invite the entire community to join us in carrying that tradition forward.
One Race. Three Missions. One Stronger Community.
Run with purpose. Walk for awareness. Move for our future.
We DO hope you will join us for this outstanding race in support of a tremendous cause!
Please note, this is a rain or shine event!
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Businesses, organizations, and community partners are also invited to become Purple Iron 5K sponsors. Sponsorship provides an opportunity to support an important cause while connecting your organization with participants and supporters throughout South Florida.
For sponsorship information, please email PurpleIron5kRace@gmail.com.
Nov 14, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
07:00
$50.00
Nov 14, 2026
Distance — Purple Iron Virtual Participation
Type — Running
07:00
$35.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Miami.
Learn more about the host city, Miami.
Miami is a coastal city in the southeast portion of the U.S. state of Florida. It is the second-most populous city proper in Florida, with a population of 442,241 at the 2020 census. The Miami metropolitan area in South Florida has an estimated 6.39 million residents, ranking as the fifth-largest metropolitan area in the Southeast and eighth-largest metropolitan area in the United States. Miami has the third-largest skyline in the U.S. with over 300 high-rises, 70 of which exceed 492 ft (150 m). It is the county seat of Miami-Dade County.
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