3rd Annual Viking 5k
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Fort Walton Beach, Florida
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 3rd Annual Viking 5K on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, in the beautiful Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa! This vibrant event supports the FWBHS Viking Football team and promises to be a highlight of the summer. The race kicks off at 7:30 AM sharp on Wright Parkway, leading runners directly to the iconic finish line on the football field, where the celebration continues.
Participants can look forward to awards for the top male and female runners, as well as recognition for masters and grandmasters categories. The competition is fierce, with prizes for the top three finishers in each age group for both male and female runners, plus overall accolades for walkers. Don’t miss the chance to join in the post-race party, featuring complimentary food, drinks, and lively music—perfect for cooling down after the run. Physical fitness screenings by PT Solutions and a delicious breakfast provided by the Touch Down Club will round out this festive event. Come run with the Vikes and make unforgettable memories while supporting a great cause!
Participants can look forward to awards for the top male and female runners, as well as recognition for masters and grandmasters categories. The competition is fierce, with prizes for the top three finishers in each age group for both male and female runners, plus overall accolades for walkers. Don’t miss the chance to join in the post-race party, featuring complimentary food, drinks, and lively music—perfect for cooling down after the run. Physical fitness screenings by PT Solutions and a delicious breakfast provided by the Touch Down Club will round out this festive event. Come run with the Vikes and make unforgettable memories while supporting a great cause!
Organiser's Description
2026 Viking 5K
This race will support the FWBHS Viking Football team. The race begins in Fort Walton Beach directly in front of the school and finishes on the football field. The organizer Viking Touch Down Club, say this years event will continue the Viking 5k legacy. Come run with the Vikes!
Start
This race starts at 7:30 am SHARP! On Wright parkway.
Finish
This race ends directly on the Football Field.
Awards
Overall Top Male and Female Runners, Overall Masters Male and Female Runners, and Overall
Grandmasters Male and Female Runners
Top 3 in each Age Group for Male and Female Runners Top 3 Male and Female Overall Walkers
Packet Pickup
N/A
Race Day Packet Pick
Saturday, August 1st | 6:00am 7:15am | FWBHS Football Field near the Finish
Party
Our post-race party at the football field (steps away from the finish) will help you cool down with FREE drinks & food. Enjoy music, physical fitness screenings by PT Solutions, and breakfast provided by Touch Down Club.
This race will support the FWBHS Viking Football team. The race begins in Fort Walton Beach directly in front of the school and finishes on the football field. The organizer Viking Touch Down Club, say this years event will continue the Viking 5k legacy. Come run with the Vikes!
Start
This race starts at 7:30 am SHARP! On Wright parkway.
Finish
This race ends directly on the Football Field.
Awards
Overall Top Male and Female Runners, Overall Masters Male and Female Runners, and Overall
Grandmasters Male and Female Runners
Top 3 in each Age Group for Male and Female Runners Top 3 Male and Female Overall Walkers
Packet Pickup
N/A
Race Day Packet Pick
Saturday, August 1st | 6:00am 7:15am | FWBHS Football Field near the Finish
Party
Our post-race party at the football field (steps away from the finish) will help you cool down with FREE drinks & food. Enjoy music, physical fitness screenings by PT Solutions, and breakfast provided by Touch Down Club.
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDRegistration/Packet pickup: Day of On-site beginning at 6:00 am. Race day packet pick up will be at Fort Walton Beach High School's Football Field from 6:00 am until 7:15 am. T-Shirts are guaranteed only to those registered by July 27, 2026. Early registration improves chance of correct size. Contact info: Race Directors: Joshua Davis @ vikingtdc@gmail.com Event details and schedule: T-Shirts are only guaranteed to PREREGISTERED entrants. Early registration improves chance of correct size. This 5k run walk is fast and flat. Run finishes on the beautiful FWBHS Football Field. AWARDS: Runners: First Place Overall male and female. First Place Age Group Male and Female: 14 & Under, 15-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70-79,80+ Walkers: Overall Male and Female *****This event will run rain or shine! No Refunds**** -
5k Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 1st August 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDRegistration/Packet pickup: Day of On-site beginning at 6:00 am. Race day packet pick up will be at Fort Walton Beach High School's Football Field from 6:00 am until 7:15 am. T-Shirts are guaranteed only to those registered by July 27, 2026. Early registration improves chance of correct size. Contact info: Race Directors: Joshua Davis @ vikingtdc@gmail.com Event details and schedule: T-Shirts are only guaranteed to PREREGISTERED entrants. Early registration improves chance of correct size. This 5k run walk is fast and flat. Run finishes on the beautiful FWBHS Football Field. AWARDS: Runners: First Place Overall male and female. First Place Age Group Male and Female: 14 & Under, 15-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70-79,80+ Walkers: Overall Male and Female *****This event will run rain or shine! No Refunds****
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