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
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of community spirit at the 3rd Annual Believe & Achieve 5K and 1.31K Fun Run on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in beautiful Vero Beach, Indian River! This exciting event is designed to raise awareness and support for learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities, helping families access vital resources for their children's growth and success.
Participants can choose to take on the chip-timed 5K race or join in the fun with the 1.31K non-timed run, making it perfect for runners of all ages and abilities. The race kicks off early at Riverside Park, with registration opening at 6:15 AM. Enjoy race amenities such as guaranteed race t-shirts (if registered by April 3), post-race food and beverages, and an awards ceremony celebrating top finishers in various categories. Join us for a day filled with positivity, purpose, and the joy of running together as a community!
Participants can choose to take on the chip-timed 5K race or join in the fun with the 1.31K non-timed run, making it perfect for runners of all ages and abilities. The race kicks off early at Riverside Park, with registration opening at 6:15 AM. Enjoy race amenities such as guaranteed race t-shirts (if registered by April 3), post-race food and beverages, and an awards ceremony celebrating top finishers in various categories. Join us for a day filled with positivity, purpose, and the joy of running together as a community!
Organiser's Description
Join IQR Group in Vero Beach for the 3rd Annual BELIEVE & ACHIEVE 5K AND 1.31K 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:
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RACE T-SHIRTS (SHIRTS GUARANTEED SIZE IF REGISTERED BY 4/3, THEN AS AVAILABLE)
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POST-RACE FOOD & BEVERAGES
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IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL REGISTRATION OPTIONS
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
Friday, May 1st: Early Packet Pickup & Registration
Location: Inside of Riverside Cafe
3341 Bridge Plaza Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963
12pm to 4pm
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: 1.31K 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 Fastest Team (top 4 from your team, and must be co-ed)
Award for the Largest Team
RACE FEES:
5K race (chip timed) $35 through 5/1 ($40 Race Day)
1.31K 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 4/3, 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: Inside of Riverside Cafe
3341 Bridge Plaza Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963
12pm to 4pm
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: 1.31K 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 Fastest Team (top 4 from your team, and must be co-ed)
Award for the Largest Team
RACE FEES:
5K race (chip timed) $35 through 5/1 ($40 Race Day)
1.31K race (not timed) $20 through 5/1 ($25 Race Day)
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