Believe & Achieve 5K
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Vero Beach, Florida
- Price $23.00 - $38.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 3rd Annual Believe & Achieve 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in beautiful Vero Beach, Indian River! This exciting event is not just a race; it's a celebration of community and inclusivity, aimed at supporting families with children on the Autism Spectrum and those with developmental disabilities. Join us at Riverside Park for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and purpose.
The 5K race will kick off at 7:30 AM and is chip-timed for accurate results, while the 1-Mile Fun Run starts at 7:00 AM and is perfect for participants of all ages looking to enjoy a leisurely pace. With early packet pickup available on May 1, participants can ensure they're ready for race day! Each participant will receive a race t-shirt (guaranteed size if registered by April 12), and there will be plenty of post-race food and beverages to refuel after the run. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, making this an event you won't want to miss. Sign up today to be part of this meaningful and energetic day in Vero Beach
The 5K race will kick off at 7:30 AM and is chip-timed for accurate results, while the 1-Mile Fun Run starts at 7:00 AM and is perfect for participants of all ages looking to enjoy a leisurely pace. With early packet pickup available on May 1, participants can ensure they're ready for race day! Each participant will receive a race t-shirt (guaranteed size if registered by April 12), and there will be plenty of post-race food and beverages to refuel after the run. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, making this an event you won't want to miss. Sign up today to be part of this meaningful and energetic day in Vero Beach
Organiser's Description
Join IQR Group in Vero Beach for the 3rd Annual BELIEVE & ACHIEVE 5K AND 1-MILE FUN RUN!
Mission: At Believe & Achieve, our mission is to open doors to resources for learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other varying developmental disabilities. We assist families in accessing the therapeutic and educational support needed for their child to progress and thrive. Our organization aims to alleviate barriers that may hinder a family from having access to necessary support and ultimately create a more inclusive community.
RACE AMENITIES:
*
RACE T-SHIRTS (SHIRTS GUARANTEED SIZE IF REGISTERED BY 4/12, THEN AS AVAILABLE)
*
POST-RACE FOOD & BEVERAGES
*
IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL REGISTRATION OPTIONS
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
Friday, May 1st: Early Packet Pickup & Registration
Location TBD
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Saturday, May 2nd: Riverside Park (3280 Riverside Park Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963)
6:15 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
6:45 AM: Registration Closes for 1-Mile
7:00 AM: 1-MILE RACE STARTS (NOT CHIP TIMED)
7:15 AM: Registration Closes for 5K
7:30 AM: 5K RACE START! (CHIP TIMED)
8:30 AM: Free Kids Fun Run (short dash to the finish line)
Awards Ceremony immediately following the race
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Top Masters Male & Female (40+)
Top Male & Female in each age group:
9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Award for the Largest Team
RACE FEES:
5K race (chip timed) $35 through 5/1 ($40 Race Day)
1-mile race (not timed) $20 through 5/1 ($25 Race Day)
Mission: At Believe & Achieve, our mission is to open doors to resources for learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other varying developmental disabilities. We assist families in accessing the therapeutic and educational support needed for their child to progress and thrive. Our organization aims to alleviate barriers that may hinder a family from having access to necessary support and ultimately create a more inclusive community.
RACE AMENITIES:
*
RACE T-SHIRTS (SHIRTS GUARANTEED SIZE IF REGISTERED BY 4/12, THEN AS AVAILABLE)
*
POST-RACE FOOD & BEVERAGES
*
IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL REGISTRATION OPTIONS
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
Friday, May 1st: Early Packet Pickup & Registration
Location TBD
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Saturday, May 2nd: Riverside Park (3280 Riverside Park Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963)
6:15 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
6:45 AM: Registration Closes for 1-Mile
7:00 AM: 1-MILE RACE STARTS (NOT CHIP TIMED)
7:15 AM: Registration Closes for 5K
7:30 AM: 5K RACE START! (CHIP TIMED)
8:30 AM: Free Kids Fun Run (short dash to the finish line)
Awards Ceremony immediately following the race
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Top Masters Male & Female (40+)
Top Male & Female in each age group:
9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Award for the Largest Team
RACE FEES:
5K race (chip timed) $35 through 5/1 ($40 Race Day)
1-mile race (not timed) $20 through 5/1 ($25 Race Day)
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$38.50
OPENS 01 NOV -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.50
OPENS 01 NOV -
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$23.00
OPENS 01 NOV
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