4th Bonnet Springs Park 5k | Lakeland, FL

  • Date Sat 28th March 2026
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Lakeland, Florida
  • Price Free - $48.70
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 4th Bonnet Springs Park 5K on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in beautiful Lakeland, Florida! This thrilling event takes place at the stunning Bonnet Springs Park, a 168-acre natural oasis that features majestic oak trees and scenic rolling terrain, making it Florida's Best Free Natural Attraction. Runners of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in this USATF-certified 5K race, which starts at 9:00 AM. Be sure to arrive by 8:30 AM to soak in the atmosphere and get ready for a fantastic experience.

In addition to the 5K, there will also be a Kids Fun Run, ensuring that everyone in the family can join in the excitement. Walkers are warmly welcomed to experience the park's natural beauty while supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Carol Jenkins Barnett Endowment, helping to enrich the community through nature and recreation. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enjoy a healthy and active day in a breathtaking setting!

Organiser's Description

_This race is held by Bonnet Springs Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to enrich our community through nature, culture, recreation, and education in partnership with the Lakeland Runners Club, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to promote running and fitness for people of all ages and abilities in the community._

BONNET SPRINGS PARK 5K & KIDS FUN RUN

Join us at Bonnet Springs Park [https://bonnetspringspark.com/] on Saturday, March 29 for a sunrise 5k that showcases the natural beauty of towering oak trees and the rolling terrain of Florida's Best Free Natural Attraction. Bonnet Springs is a beautiful blend of urban amenities in a natural setting. Race with us and then stay to explore all there is to offer in the 168-acre park.

A Kids Fun Run will be held following the 5k. The run will begin at 9:00 AM and, all participants need to be onsite by 8:30 AM.

Walkers are welcome at this event. The Bonnet Springs Park 5k is held on a USATF-certified course (FL23012JK). The race is chip-timed.

Thank you to Valiant Products for their generous support; a donation from the 5k will benefit the Carol Jenkins Barnett Endowment at Bonnet Springs Park.

We are unable to mail bibs, shirts, finisher medals, or awards.

If YOU are not able to attend, please make arrangements for in-person pickup. A friend or family member may collect your packet during the scheduled packet pickup window or retrieve your award during the awards ceremony. Please refer to the race details below for specific times and locations.

Any shirts not picked up before the race begins will be available for exchange after the race.

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Races

  • Bonnet Springs Park 5k

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 28th March 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $48.70

    OPENS 15 DEC
  • 5k Stroller Rider

    Sat 28th March 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 15 DEC
  • Kids Fun Run

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $11.60

    OPENS 02 DEC
  • Kids Run Parent

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 02 DEC

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Location

600 Bonnet Springs Blvd, Bonnet Springs Park, Lakeland, 33815, FL, United States

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