American Cancer Society Color Run
- Date Sat 5th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a vibrant and uplifting experience at the American Cancer Society Color Run taking place on Saturday, September 5, 2026, in beautiful Punta Gorda, Charlotte! This exciting event features both a 5K run and a 1-mile walk, inviting participants of all ages to join in the fun while supporting a great cause. The day kicks off with early packet pickup on September 3rd and 4th, with race day registration available from 6:45 AM to 7:45 AM at Founders Square. The 5K race starts at 8 AM, and runners will be chip-timed to ensure accurate results.
Participants can look forward to a festive atmosphere, with strollers and leashed dogs welcome to join the fun! Each runner will receive a finisher medal, and there are exciting awards for top finishers across various categories. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this colorful celebration of community spirit and health! Whether you choose the competitive 5K or the casual 1-mile fun run, you'll be making a difference while enjoying a day filled with energy and camaraderie. Come out for a morning of joy, laughter, and support for the American Cancer Society!
Participants can look forward to a festive atmosphere, with strollers and leashed dogs welcome to join the fun! Each runner will receive a finisher medal, and there are exciting awards for top finishers across various categories. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this colorful celebration of community spirit and health! Whether you choose the competitive 5K or the casual 1-mile fun run, you'll be making a difference while enjoying a day filled with energy and camaraderie. Come out for a morning of joy, laughter, and support for the American Cancer Society!
Organiser's Description
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Thur, Sep 3rd and Fri, Sep 4th, from 9AM to 5PM at Babcock Ranch Lifestyles Office, 42891 Lake Babcock Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: Sat, Sep 5th, from 6:45AM to 7:45AM, Founders Square, 42850 Crescent Loop, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
Join us at Babcock Ranch for a fun-filled morning supporting the American Cancer Society Color Run 5K or 1-Mile Walk. Both events start and finish in Founder's Square.
RACE START TIME: 8 a.m. at Babcock Ranch, Founders Square.
Strollers and leashed dogs are permitted and must start in the back of the start line.
5K Run/Walk is a professionally chip-timed timed by Beach Bum Timing [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/].
The 1-mile Fun Run/Walk is not timed and starts immediately after the 5K start.
SHIRT DEADLINE: Register by AUGUST 22, 2026, to guarantee an event shirt. Participants registering after August 22 are not guaranteed a shirt. Any extra shirts will be distributed after the race on a first-come, first-served basis.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 am to 7:45 am. 5K cost is $40.00. 1-Mile cost is $30.00. Walk-in registrations are acceptable on the day of the race. Only credit cards or Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted.
AGE-BASED PRICING: Applies to both events. $20.00 for 18 years old and under.
AWARDS: There will be an in-person awards ceremony. Participants receive a finisher medal.
Overall Awards will be presented to the 1st Place Male and Female finishers in the following categories:
Overall
Masters (40+)
Grand Masters (50+)
Senior Grand Masters (60+)
Veteran Grand Masters (70+)
These awards are based on the first male and female runners to cross the finish line in each category.
Age Group Awards will be presented to the Top 3 Male and Female finishers in the following age groups: 9 & Under,1014, 1519, 2024, 2529, 3034, 3539, 4044, 4549, 5054, 5559, 6064, 6569, 70-74, 75+
Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters, and Veteran Grand Masters winners are not eligible for Age Group awards. Finisher medals and awards will not be shipped to participants.
LOCAL RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS: Contact info@beachbumtiming.com for your club discount code.
Post-race refreshments will be served.
WATER STATIONS: Located at the halfway mark on the course and at the end of the finish line.
Rest Rooms: Located next to the Start Line.
Parking: Free parking is available in parking areas near Founder's Square.
RACE CONTACT INFO:
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director through the race site or email info@beachbumtiming.com.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: Sat, Sep 5th, from 6:45AM to 7:45AM, Founders Square, 42850 Crescent Loop, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
Join us at Babcock Ranch for a fun-filled morning supporting the American Cancer Society Color Run 5K or 1-Mile Walk. Both events start and finish in Founder's Square.
RACE START TIME: 8 a.m. at Babcock Ranch, Founders Square.
Strollers and leashed dogs are permitted and must start in the back of the start line.
5K Run/Walk is a professionally chip-timed timed by Beach Bum Timing [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/].
The 1-mile Fun Run/Walk is not timed and starts immediately after the 5K start.
SHIRT DEADLINE: Register by AUGUST 22, 2026, to guarantee an event shirt. Participants registering after August 22 are not guaranteed a shirt. Any extra shirts will be distributed after the race on a first-come, first-served basis.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 am to 7:45 am. 5K cost is $40.00. 1-Mile cost is $30.00. Walk-in registrations are acceptable on the day of the race. Only credit cards or Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted.
AGE-BASED PRICING: Applies to both events. $20.00 for 18 years old and under.
AWARDS: There will be an in-person awards ceremony. Participants receive a finisher medal.
Overall Awards will be presented to the 1st Place Male and Female finishers in the following categories:
Overall
Masters (40+)
Grand Masters (50+)
Senior Grand Masters (60+)
Veteran Grand Masters (70+)
These awards are based on the first male and female runners to cross the finish line in each category.
Age Group Awards will be presented to the Top 3 Male and Female finishers in the following age groups: 9 & Under,1014, 1519, 2024, 2529, 3034, 3539, 4044, 4549, 5054, 5559, 6064, 6569, 70-74, 75+
Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters, and Veteran Grand Masters winners are not eligible for Age Group awards. Finisher medals and awards will not be shipped to participants.
LOCAL RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS: Contact info@beachbumtiming.com for your club discount code.
Post-race refreshments will be served.
WATER STATIONS: Located at the halfway mark on the course and at the end of the finish line.
Rest Rooms: Located next to the Start Line.
Parking: Free parking is available in parking areas near Founder's Square.
RACE CONTACT INFO:
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director through the race site or email info@beachbumtiming.com.
Races
-
American Cancer Society Color Run 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSED -
American Cancer Society Fun Run/Walk 1-Mile
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDThis event is untimed
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