2026 Vero Beach, FL unite4answers 5k Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk

  • Date Sat 5th December 2026
  • Time 4:30PM EST
  • Location Vero Beach, Florida
  • Price Free - $38.50
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the 2026 Vero Beach unite4answers 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, December 5, 2026! Taking place at the scenic Vero Beach Regional Airport, this event invites participants of all ages to join in the fun while raising awareness for Chiari malformation and syringomyelia, vital causes supported by the Bobby Jones Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation.

Participants can choose between a timed 5K run/walk or a relaxed 1-mile fun walk. The 5K offers race t-shirts, finisher medals, and a chance to earn additional prizes through fundraising efforts. With professional race timing and awards for top finishers across various age groups, this event promises a thrilling atmosphere for competitive runners and casual walkers alike. Early packet pick-up is available on Friday, December 4, ensuring everyone is ready to go for the 4:30 PM start on race day. Join us in Vero Beach and be part of a meaningful movement towards finding answers and cures for those affected by these disorders!

Organiser's Description

Join the Bobby Jones Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation in a timed 5K Run/Walk or a 1 mile fun walk at the Vero Beach Airport!

ABOUT BOBBY JONES CSF

The Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 2007, ultimately licensing the name of Bobby Jones in 2019 to become the Bobby Jones Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation (Bobby Jones CSF). Our goal is to raise awareness and find a cure for Chiari malformation (CM), syringomyelia (SM) and related disorders.

We have funded over $6 million dollars worth of education and research projects/meetings and have impacted more than 3.5 million people in the United States, and more around the world, who are looking for answers.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT: To advance knowledge through research and to educate the medical, allied sciences and lay community about Chiari malformation, syringomyelia and related disorders

RACE AMENITIES

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Race t-shirts and finisher medals for 5K participants, with potential to earn more prizes with fundraising! **NOTE: The 1-Mile race does NOT come with a 5k t-shirt or medal. If you would like a medal and 5K T-shirt, please register for the 5K distance.

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Professional race timing for all 5K participants

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Awards ceremony for age group winners in the 5K race

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Bobby Jones CSF unite4answers t-shirts for participants who donate or raise at least $50

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Post-race refreshments

EARLY PACKET PICK-UP

Friday, December 4, 2026 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm

American Icon Brewery (1133 19th Pl, Vero Beach, FL 32960)

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

Saturday, December 5, 2026

Vero Beach Regional Airport, 2660 Airport Drive N.

3:15 PM: Late Registration & Packet Pickup Opens

4:15 PM: Late Registration & Packet Pickup Closes

4:30 PM: 5K START!

4:35 PM: 1 MILE START!

*Awards Ceremony immediately following the race

AWARDS

Top three (3) overall M & F

Top Masters (40+) M & F

Top three (3) M & F in each age group: 13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

RACE FEES

Adult 5K: $35 through 12/4 ($40 on Race Day)

Child 5K (12 & under) pricing: $25 through 12/4 ($30 on Race Day)

1 Mile Untimed Walk - All Ages: Donation Based

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk (Chip Timed)

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & 5K T-Shirt

    Sat 5th December 2026 (4:30PM EST)

    $38.50

    OPENS 01 APR
  • 1 Mile Walk (Untimed)

    Incl. unite4answers T-Shirt if You Fundraiser $50 or More

    Sat 5th December 2026 (4:35PM EST)

    Free

    OPENS 01 APR
    **NOTE: You will NOT receive a medal if you only participate in the 1-mile walk. If you would like a medal and a 5K T-shirt, please register for the 5K Run/Walk.
  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & 5k T-Shirt

    $38.50

    OPENS 01 APR
    If you raise or donate $50 or more, you will receive a 5K t-shirt. If so, which size would you like? *

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Location

2660 Airport N Dr., Vero Beach, 32960, FL, United States

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