Apex Hispanic Heritage 5K
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Fort Myers, Florida
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an electrifying celebration at the Apex Hispanic Heritage 5K in Fort Myers, Florida! Happening on Saturday, September 19, 2026, this vibrant event will take place at the Bell Tower Shops, promising a day filled with culture, fitness, and fun. Runners and walkers of all levels are invited to participate in the chip-timed 5K starting at 8:00 AM, followed by a 1-mile fun run at 8:10 AM. This unique race not only honors the rich diversity of Hispanic cultures but also encourages everyone to join in the festivities—whether you run, walk, or dance your way to the finish line!
With a lively atmosphere featuring a live DJ, dance competitions, and the opportunity to represent your favorite country, the event is designed to be a celebration of community spirit. Participants can expect exciting awards, including custom finisher medals, and even a chance to win a free pair of shoes for the dance competition winners! So, gather your friends and family, don your most festive attire, and come together to make this the biggest Hispanic Heritage 5K Southwest Florida has ever seen. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!
With a lively atmosphere featuring a live DJ, dance competitions, and the opportunity to represent your favorite country, the event is designed to be a celebration of community spirit. Participants can expect exciting awards, including custom finisher medals, and even a chance to win a free pair of shoes for the dance competition winners! So, gather your friends and family, don your most festive attire, and come together to make this the biggest Hispanic Heritage 5K Southwest Florida has ever seen. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!
Organiser's Description
Hey Apex Family,
We are bringing the energy to Fort Myers and this one is going to be BIG.
For the first time ever at Bell Tower Shops Fort Myers
APEX PROMOZ HISPANIC HERITAGE 5K
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers, FL
5K 8:00 AM
1 Mile 8:10 AM
EVENT OVERVIEW
The Apex Promoz Hispanic Heritage 5K returns for its second year, bigger, louder, and more vibrant than ever.
Join us at Bell Tower Shops for a high energy celebration of culture, community, and fitness. As the original Hispanic Heritage 5K in Southwest Florida, this event brings people together to honor the rich diversity of Hispanic cultures while inviting EVERYONE to be part of the experience.
This is not your typical 5K. This is a PARTY.
Whether you run, walk, dance, or just come out for the vibes, you are invited.
During registration, participants can choose a country to represent, celebrating their heritage or a culture they love. Expect nonstop music, festive energy, and an unforgettable race experience from start to finish.
RACE EXPERIENCE
Live DJ throughout the event
MC FitConSazonSWFL The Dominican Hulk Hogan bringing nonstop energy
Festival vibes all morning long
Participants are encouraged to wear Hispanic themed outfits, bring flags, and represent with pride.
REPRESENT YOUR FLAG
Choose a country during registration and show up ready to represent
Bring your flags
Wear your colors
Show your pride
Lets see which country shows up the strongest this year
COUPLES DANCE COMPETITION
Immediately after the race, we turn the party up with our Latin Couples Dance Competition.
This is all about FUN
No experience needed
Amateurs welcome
Be wacky, be creative, be YOU
Even if you have two left feet you might still walk away with a prize
Prize awarded to the winning couple
FLEET FEET is hooking it up with a FREE pair of shoes for the winners
Sign up with the DJ before the race
Eligibility
Both participants must be registered runners
Proof of registration required
This was one of the biggest highlights from our last event and we are bringing it back even bigger
EVENT OPTIONS
5K Chip Timed Race
1 Mile Fun Run Walk
PARTICIPANT SWAG
All participants receive
Official race shirt
Custom finisher medal
AWARDS
Awards will follow the dance competition. Must be present to receive.
Overall Gun Time
Top 3 Male and Female
Age Groups Chip Time
0 to 10
11 to 19
20 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 plus
Top 3 Male and Female in each group
PACKET PICKUP
Fleet Feet Fort Myers
Friday, September 18, 2026
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Saturday, September 19, 2026
7:00 AM to 7:45 AM
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
8:00 AM 5K Start
8:10 AM 1 Mile Start
9:00 AM Dance Competition
9:30 AM Awards Ceremony
This event is all about community, culture, and having a good time.
Grab your friends
Grab your family
Pick your country
And come be part of something special
Lets make this the biggest Hispanic Heritage 5K Southwest Florida has ever seen
See you at the start line
We are bringing the energy to Fort Myers and this one is going to be BIG.
For the first time ever at Bell Tower Shops Fort Myers
APEX PROMOZ HISPANIC HERITAGE 5K
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Bell Tower Shops, Fort Myers, FL
5K 8:00 AM
1 Mile 8:10 AM
EVENT OVERVIEW
The Apex Promoz Hispanic Heritage 5K returns for its second year, bigger, louder, and more vibrant than ever.
Join us at Bell Tower Shops for a high energy celebration of culture, community, and fitness. As the original Hispanic Heritage 5K in Southwest Florida, this event brings people together to honor the rich diversity of Hispanic cultures while inviting EVERYONE to be part of the experience.
This is not your typical 5K. This is a PARTY.
Whether you run, walk, dance, or just come out for the vibes, you are invited.
During registration, participants can choose a country to represent, celebrating their heritage or a culture they love. Expect nonstop music, festive energy, and an unforgettable race experience from start to finish.
RACE EXPERIENCE
Live DJ throughout the event
MC FitConSazonSWFL The Dominican Hulk Hogan bringing nonstop energy
Festival vibes all morning long
Participants are encouraged to wear Hispanic themed outfits, bring flags, and represent with pride.
REPRESENT YOUR FLAG
Choose a country during registration and show up ready to represent
Bring your flags
Wear your colors
Show your pride
Lets see which country shows up the strongest this year
COUPLES DANCE COMPETITION
Immediately after the race, we turn the party up with our Latin Couples Dance Competition.
This is all about FUN
No experience needed
Amateurs welcome
Be wacky, be creative, be YOU
Even if you have two left feet you might still walk away with a prize
Prize awarded to the winning couple
FLEET FEET is hooking it up with a FREE pair of shoes for the winners
Sign up with the DJ before the race
Eligibility
Both participants must be registered runners
Proof of registration required
This was one of the biggest highlights from our last event and we are bringing it back even bigger
EVENT OPTIONS
5K Chip Timed Race
1 Mile Fun Run Walk
PARTICIPANT SWAG
All participants receive
Official race shirt
Custom finisher medal
AWARDS
Awards will follow the dance competition. Must be present to receive.
Overall Gun Time
Top 3 Male and Female
Age Groups Chip Time
0 to 10
11 to 19
20 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 plus
Top 3 Male and Female in each group
PACKET PICKUP
Fleet Feet Fort Myers
Friday, September 18, 2026
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Saturday, September 19, 2026
7:00 AM to 7:45 AM
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
8:00 AM 5K Start
8:10 AM 1 Mile Start
9:00 AM Dance Competition
9:30 AM Awards Ceremony
This event is all about community, culture, and having a good time.
Grab your friends
Grab your family
Pick your country
And come be part of something special
Lets make this the biggest Hispanic Heritage 5K Southwest Florida has ever seen
See you at the start line
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